Engineer- Prototype Development - R&D at Toyota North America

Saline, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Project Management, 3D CAD, Vehicle Assembly, Tooling Design, Problem Solving, Communication, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Skills, GD&T, Electrical Systems Knowledge, Assembly Process Planning

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

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 Prototype Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer in the Vehicle Assembly Engineering and Project planning/management. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead preparation of assembly tooling and vehicle engineering during prototype builds to ensure highest quality on time vehicle delivery to vehicle evaluation groups. Reporting to the Prototype Development Senior Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the Vehicle Prototype department's objective to support Toyota North America Product Development and Vehicle Evaluation. What you’ll be doing The required work is cyclical and will change during a project from early planning for required jig/tooling to CV build assembly engineering leadership for major CV builds, overall project leadership for minor retrofit projects. Support PD assembly process/tooling plan based on SE/Genzu data, finalize based on production drawing release considering safety/quality/productivity/cost Conduct sourcing, kickoff and preparation of tooling to suppliers. Execute PD Operation Plan for assembly engineering and tooling, tracking for progress to meet project needs. Track and follow overall build/quality issues to closure. Support daily assembly build activities to meet vehicle or BEV pack delivery needs and project KPI’s. Assembly or BEV pack tooling and fixturing design Escalate issues to Sr. Manager in timely manner. What you bring Must have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Chemical, Materials Engineering or other technical fields. Up to 2 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering experience, prior Co-op experience considered. Up to 2 year of experience working directly for Automotive OEM or supplier Co-op experience considered. Experience and knowledge of investigating technical issues and creating effecting solutions. Experience and knowledge of general vehicle structures, unit assembly, such as Motor, Suspension, Transmission, Battery Electric Vehicle Pack, or Part Design. Must have a clean driving record. Proficient communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally, up to 30% of the time during peak project periods. Willingness to work overtime up to 30% of the time including weekends during peak project periods to include late evening and early morning meeting calls with Japan. This position requires an onsite presence. The required working schedule is Monday through Thursday with option of remote Fridays when there are no builds in progress and contingent on the needs of the business. Added bonus if you have 3-5 years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering experience. Experience using 3D CAD (Catia). Experience with vehicle assembly tooling/jigs. Experience with assembly process planning. Knowledge of functional vehicle electrical systems including requirements for vehicle initialization/function checks. Experience with GD&T. What we’ll bring During your interview process, our team will provide you with 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.

Responsibilities

Lead preparation of assembly tooling and vehicle engineering during prototype builds. Support the Vehicle Prototype department's objective to ensure highest quality on-time vehicle delivery.