Assembly Engineer: Vehicle Production Engineering

Toyota Motor Europe; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in the UK is seeking an Assembly Engineer to manage the engineering of vehicle production lines. Responsibilities include project planning, equipment specification, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of experience in automotive manufacturing and are proficient in CAD software. This role offers a comprehensive compensation package in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

On the job development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably assembly.
• Strong mechanical/electrical engineering background.
• Effective communication across function groups, ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Toyota’s vehicle assembly projects.
• Manage production equipment specifications and implementation.
• Specify equipment based on vehicle, plant and production requirements.

Skills

Project planning and management

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Stakeholder collaboration

2D and 3D CAD software proficiency

Fluent English

Tools

AutoCAD

Catia V5

MS Office applications

Job description

Assembly Engineer: Vehicle Production Engineering

• Job ID 2025-5074
• UK
• Supply Chain - Logistics
• Experienced professional

About this job

Join Toyota Motor Europe and engineer the next generation of vehicle assembly lines in a diverse, future-focused environment.

Get to know your team and responsibilities

The Vehicle Production Assembly Engineering function is responsible for new vehicle related equipment introductions. They hold responsibility for the full process cycle, from initial feasibility study by simultaneous engineering, through equipment concepts, specifications, procurement, installation and commissioning activity to final trial confirmation and handover to mass production.

Your responsibilities

You will contribute to the realisation of Toyota Motor Europe’s vehicles & mobility projects by delivering the Assembly production lines of the future. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities including:

• Project planning and management, mainly development of production equipment specifications, through to implementation and handover.
• Production feasibility and layout studies, investment planning and budget management.
• Gain consensus of proposals and concepts with fact-based decision making through stakeholder collaboration.
• Specify equipment based on vehicle, plant and production requirements, in line with local regulations, and Toyota Machinery standards.
• Equipment sourcing, supplier management, buy off, installation and commissioning, ensuring safety, quality and productivity requirements throughout all phases.
• Progress monitoring and reporting to relevant business entities.
• Local trial co‑coordination, on line production performance evaluation with collection and analysis of data, followed by subsequent reporting thereof.
• Commissioning and problem‑solving during trial phases and start of production support.
• Develop and improve existing systems, procedures and incorporation of new technology, to enhance overall operational efficiency.

Who are we looking for?

Your profile

• The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 3 years experience within an automotive manufacturing environment, preferably assembly (OEM, Tier 1,2 levels etc) with a strong mechanical / electrical engineering background.
• The ability to provide effective communication at all levels and across function groups with the ability to work with a minimum of supervision.
• The successful candidate will embrace the mandatory requirement to travel and work in other engineering branch offices within Europe according to project / business need, including occasional weekends as required.
• Can demonstrate creative thinking to solve complex issues / problems.
• The ability to work within an effective team or individually.
• Can use 2D and 3D CAD software, such as AutoCAD, Catia V5.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• You are fluent in English (native or C2 level).

Our offer

Toyota offers a dynamic and stimulating multicultural work environment in which ability and quality play an important role. Enhancing personal growth and a real opportunity to invest in your future through on the job development and training. Where your effort, dedication and initiative are rewarded by a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All our recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength. Together we have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.

Yes, everyone can apply—if you need any specific consideration for the interview process due to disability or any other reason, please let the recruiter know.