Software Project Engineer

Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

$75K — $95K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and SQL Server/Oracle databases.
  • Experience with material handling and warehouse management systems is a plus.
  • Strong passion for industrial engineering and efficiency optimization.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with project teams and clients.
  • Must be eligible for long-term employment in the USA without sponsorship.
  • Adherence to information security policies and training.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all phases of software development and automation projects from initiation to turnover.
  • Coordinate team members, materials, and equipment for effective project execution.
  • Prepare and submit weekly Project Reports to keep customers informed.
  • Conduct teleconferences and in-person meetings for project updates.
  • Collaborate with Software Developers to enhance product quality and resolve issues.
  • Provide training sessions for customers on TAL software products, both on-site and at the TAL office.
  • Assist in system quality assurance and troubleshooting for both customer support and internal team training.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
  • Vacation/Holiday Pay.
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Support for Professional Associations, Conferences, and Subscriptions.
  • Participation in Company Meetings & Events.
Full Job Description
Job Overview:

The Project Engineer provides oversight and is responsible for all phases of various software development and automation projects, including coordinating team members, material, and equipment. Projects are installed throughout the U.S and internationally. The Project Engineer will work closely with the operations team to ensure that all specifications are being followed and that work is proceeding on schedule and within budget. By being the single point of contact to our customers a proactive, positive, problem solving approach is crucial.

Job Functions:
  • Be an integral participant in the software installation, testing, debugging, and eventual turnover of the system to the customer.
  • Submit weekly Project Reports to keep the customer continually updated, hold teleconferences, and schedule face-to-face meetings.
  • Provide key input about the customer's operations to ensure that TAL creates the best design possible for the customer.
  • Work with Software Developers. The Project Engineer will regularly communicate with Software Developers to improve our product and solve issues. They must grasp major principles of TAL's development platform and architecture in order to effectively work with the Software Developers.
  • Provide Customer and Internal Training. Project Engineer's will regularly provide scheduled customer training on TAL software products either at TAL's office or on-site. Likewise, Project Engineer's will be integral in training new and existing employees in designated areas (applications, networks, reporting functions).
  • System Quality Assurance. Operations Support Analyst shares in the QA process to ensure they have a comprehensive knowledge of the inter-workings of each software module. This is necessary for expedient on-site troubleshooting and remote customer support.
  • While TAL's customer support group is tasked with this responsibility, the Project Engineer will often be relied upon to help support the customer's system and improve its operational effectiveness. This includes both remote and on-site customer support as required.


Travel Requirements:
  • 50-75% overnight travel (Travel expenses paid by Toyota Automated Logistics)

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or other related discipline.
  • Strong computer skills with: Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Databases (SQL Server and Oracle).
  • Experience with material handling systems and/or warehouse management systems preferred.
  • Passion for industrial engineer and creating efficiencies
  • Ability to clearly communicate with project teams and customers verbally and in writing.
  • Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.
  • Employees must follow all information security policies, protect confidential data, complete required training, and report any suspected security incidents to support our information security controls.


In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
  • Vacation/Holiday Pay
  • Paid Volunteer time off
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
  • Company Meetings & Events

Toyota Automated Logistics does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.

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