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 talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
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.
Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Vehicle Performance Development 1 (VPD1) is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Safety and Crash Worthiness Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and confirm Crash Safety Performance for Toyota’s North American and global market truck platform vehicles.
The person in this role will support the VPD1 department's objective to develop safe vehicles for our customers.
What you’ll be doing
Responsible for Crash safety performance development of components and some system evaluations
Set up, conduct component level and some system level evaluations and/or Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) following existing standards; Identifies key change points and ensures appropriate measurement systems
Develop mechanism of phenomena using fundamental engineering and physics; Study change points by design review, and predict performance trends using engineering calculation and analysis tools
Propose countermeasures based on thorough root cause analysis, considering side effects within own function, as well as cross functional communication with evaluation teams
Prepare and report technical analysis for component performance in a logical way to get consensus within department; Support analysis and material preparation for Target setting and Performance strategy plan
Maintain weekly schedule to track performance and open items to meet internal due dates
Mentor, Lead Coop students
What you bring
B.S in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Two or more years of experience in automotive engineering or related field (including internships, co-ops, etc.) OR a Master’s degree in Engineering
Good communication with the ability to work cross-functionally with international, multi-cultural teams
Strong technical documentation, presentation, and reporting skills
Experience with Microsoft Office products including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Experience with engineering analysis tools/software
Added bonus if you have
M.S in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Experience in Safety & Crash worthiness
Experience using Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) / to analyze dynamic phenomena
Programming skills
Understanding of basic Toyota Business Practices
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
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable).
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
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, childcare, schools, and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all 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.
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.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
