Engineer - Production Engineering

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who we're looking for

Toyota's Production Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Engineer.

Reporting to the Manager, the person in this role will work with a cross functional team to support departmental and manufacturing objectives for safety, quality, productivity, cost, and team member morale.

Production Engineering is responsible for designing and building sustainable manufacturing plants and equipment in North America while positioning Toyota as a leader in safety, quality, productivity, efficiency and environmental sustainability through collaboration, innovation and education. Production Engineers will manage new model introductions for the Vehicle and Unit departments, to include, Body, Stamping, Assembly, Paint, Plastics, and Powertrain, across North America. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, simultaneous engineering, equipment procurement, installation and trials, quality and productivity confirmation, and new manufacturing technology development / deployment.

What you'll be doing

• Developing new model introduction strategies including process improvement plans, new and modified plant layouts, capacity analysis, investment requirements, and project justifications with return on investment.
• Conducting simultaneous engineering with styling, design, logistic services, manufacturing, and equipment suppliers to influence new model designs for innovative, efficient, world class manufacturing processes.
• Leading process development through design, machine specification, equipment procurement, installation, safety risk assessments, process and production trials, quality and productivity confirmation, and handover to manufacturing.
• Supporting manufacturing innovation and implementation in several disciplines including new materials introduction, joining, quality inspection, logistics and part delivery, automation, electrification, digital engineering, and manufacturing industry 4.0.
• Planning and leading onsite equipment modifications during non-production time including weekends and holidays. Travel as needed to support onsite investigations, modifications, and milestone meetings.
• Working both independently and in a team environment to support overall project activities and milestones.

What you bring (Required Experience/Education)

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Field
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and across multiple shifts to support tooling modification and installation projects.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally

What we'll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools and more
• Flexible spending accounts
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc's Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.