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 Body Production Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this role is to lead body weld new vehicle manufacturing introduction in assigned areas to include strategic planning, simultaneous engineering, process planning, process preparation, pre-production trials and kaizen of ongoing operations.
Reporting to the Body Engineering Manager, the person in this role will work with a cross functional team to support Body PE Departmental and Manufacturing goals for safety, quality, productivity and cost.
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, body design, logistic services, manufacturing, and equipment suppliers to impact new model designs for innovative, efficient, best-in-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
Ensuring body parts, subassemblies, and finished vehicles meet quality standards for weld integrity, dimensional compliance, surface quality, and other process and customer requirements
Support in the development of project and department strategy across Body PE. Improving processes and standards, incorporating feedback from NAMCs and Regional Body teams.
Working both independently and in a team environment to support overall project activities and milestones
Interacting with multiple customers and outside groups including part suppliers, stamping engineering, body design, facilities engineering, equipment suppliers, program managers, accounting and finance, manufacturing, maintenance, and others to collaborate, resolve issues, and provide status reports
Potential to support onsite equipment modifications during non-production time (weekends, holidays, etc.)
Travel up to 30% as needed to support onsite investigations, modifications, and milestone meetings
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering OR 6 years of equivalent engineering related experience
2-3 years engineering experience in manufacturing or design
Ability to work overtime, including weekends, holidays & shutdown periods and across multiple shifts to support tooling modifications and installation projects
Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally, including to machine vendors, Toyota manufacturing locations & occasionally to Japan
Proficiency with 3D CAD
Ability to support evening calls 1-2 times per week
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Added bonus if you have
Automotive pre-production or manufacturing engineering experience
Automation experience including specification, tooling/jig design, equipment procurement, and installation
3D CAD experience (Catia or Delmia)
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) familiarity skills
Design for Manufacturing / Simultaneous Engineering experience
Internal Logistics experience including route planning, simulations and analysis, packaging, and automation
Quality process set up (containment, repeatability, nondestructive inspection)
Project management skills including scheduling, budgeting, coordinating, problem solving, and reporting
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)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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.
