PED Body Innovation Engineer

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 PE Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Body Innovation Group (BIG) Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to generate & facilitate outputs of BIG to assess, develop, and implement new technologies for Body Production within Toyota Manufacturing sites across North America.

What you’ll be doing

• Assess and develop technical solutions to Body Manufacturing problems or new business needs.

• Create technical documentation explaining how to replicate a developed solution.

• Lead and support troubleshooting of developed solutions.

• Collaborate with PE and manufacturing stakeholders to develop process plans and assure quality.

• Work with Vendors to adapt solutions to Toyota spec equipment.

• Collaborate with TMC counterparts to coordinate study and problem-solving efforts.

• Support the BIG Manager as a technical resource within your team.

• Support the BIG Manager with tracking and achievement of KPI.

• Contribute to business process kaizen and standardization efforts within BIG.

• Take on challenging assignments in pursuit of ever-better cars.

• Support process team installations and trial activity.

• Support work at machine vendors, Toyota Manufacturing And R&D locations including in Japan.

• Work location Production Engineering Manufacturing Center (PEMC), Georgetown, KY.

• Track and manage KPI for self – evaluating progress during multiple lab development iterations.

• Perform body manufacturing feasibility studies and option comparisons.

• Provide overall technical leadership of architecture and process RJ for the assigned technology or solution.

• Work with other Toyota entities including Design, Planning, VPPE, Stamping, Paint, Assembly, NAMC pilot teams to resolve design /vehicle problems / quality/ etc. issues.

• Responsible for management level report-out on project status, including executive level reporting as needed.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s in Engineering plus 2 years’ experience in Automation or Engineering; or Associate’s in Engineering or related field plus 4 years’ experience; or 8 years of relevant technical experience in Automation or Engineering.

• Minimum of 2 years of Project experience with automated and Robotic process equipment.

• Must have general vehicle body structure & processing knowledge.

• Have knowledge of CAD design for rapid prototyping and equipment design.

• Have working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and other automation skillset.

• Have basic knowledge of coding or software development.

• Ability to travel up to 25% to support work at machine vendors, Toyota Manufacturing and R&D locations including in Japan.

• Must be willing to work up to 30% of overtime. During peak period must be able to work up to 50% or more including weekends, holiday periods, and shutdown periods to support Project work, installations or trial activity.

• Must have the ability to work late evenings, generally 5PM-9PM EST to support, and attend meetings with overseas stakeholders.

This position will be located in Georgetown, Kentucky (PEMC).

Added bonus if you

• Master’s degree in Engineering which includes Manufacturing, Automotive, Computer, Civil, Aerospace, Mechatronics and Chemical or other related technical disciplines.

• 2+ years of experience in Body PE Process Engineering group.

• 2+ years of experience in New Model Body shop production readiness.

• Other experience from a manufacturing discipline, such as Stamping, Painting or Assembly.

• At least 1 year of experience in Toyota Body PE Engineering.

• At least 1 year of Project experience with Manufacturing Equipment Installation support.

• Completion of TBP through panel.

• ICT experience.

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.

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