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 Production Engineering (PE)-Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME) Battery Cell Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer (Battery Production Engineering) to joinourRyohinJoken(Conditions for GoodProcessandProduct)advancementandproblem-solvinggroup.
Reporting to Engineering Manager the person in this role will support the PE-BME BatteryCell Department'smissiontodeliver engineering solutionsfor rapidcompetitivenessimprovements throughsafetyfirst,people development, and customer focus.
The primary responsibility of this role is leadingplanningandproblem-solving effortsinpre-productiontrialactivity.Utilizing andimprovingsystems&procedures for efficient and effective issueidentification,rootcauseanalysis,issue resolution,andreoccurrenceprevention/ kaizentosubsequentactivityandprojects.
This role willalso contribute to the success of developingorganization’scapabilitiesthroughadvancementand application ofRyohinJokenknowledge and skill.
What you’ll be doing
Member of cross-functionalteam collaborating withequipment
Engage and resolvematerial, product, and processissues both internal and external
Createandimplementworking/trialplans for confirmation of problem-solving activities
Createdetailedtechnical and summary reports for organizational learning and development
Input to process and equipment plan/specificationfor kaizen and issue reoccurrence prevention
Useandadvancementofsystems andprocedurefor problem solvingand learningcapture
Individualactivity management, status visualization/reporting, and incremental reflection
Participate ininternal & external partner relationships aligning to teamobjectives,development, andsupport
Activity related toPE-BME Department-level Hoshin for organizational advancement
Individualsupportforstandardization and kaizen (continuous improvement) of department systems and processes
Driveownindividualdevelopment,seek feedback, and monitor progress
What you bring
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering (Chemical Engineering or similar technical field) or5+ years of equivalent professional engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience inmanufacturingproduction preparation roleandschedule/deliverablemanagementincludingstages ofproject plan,process/equipmentplan,specification & procurement,installationandtrial (2years required)
Experience in battery cell product, processes/equipment, and/or trial activities (1+ year required)
Experience inactivity ofRyohinJokenidentification,application, and/or confirmation (Ryohin Joken means Conditions for GoodProcessandProduct)
Experience coordinating with varied functionsinlarge corporate organizations, including production engineering, manufacturing, research and development,or similar, and reporting out tosenior leadershiplevel
Experience ininterpreting and applying product/process specifications, drawings, etc.
Ability for weekend, holiday, and shutdown work, overtime up to 25%, and travel (domestic and international) up to 15%
Added bonus if you have
Experience inapplicationof Toyota Production System (TPS)
Experience in product x process/equipment simultaneous engineering for new model
Documented problem-solving certification or completed activity such as Toyota Business Practice (TBP),Fault Tree Analysis,or similar
Experience in manufacturing plant production operations role
Experience in data analytics toolsand methods
Experience in digital engineering software tools and procedures, including the ability to read,interpretandmodifymodel data
Japanese languageproficiencyincluding verbal and written
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
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
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.