Engineer I – Battery Pack Assembly

Toyota; Princeton (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Vehicle purchase discount

Team member lease vehicle program

Job summary

Toyota is seeking a Battery Pack Assembly Engineer to lead new model PACCC projects in North American manufacturing shops. You’ll coordinate process development, equipment specs, and vendor interactions to meet safety, quality, productivity, and cost targets.

The role requires engineering aptitude, travel up to 50%, and weekend/holiday support when needed. Join a team focused on innovation and manufacturing excellence at Toyota.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or 4 years relevant industry experience.
• Experience writing machine specifications for procurement.
• Experience leading cross-functional discussions and setting direction.

Responsibilities

• Create equipment schedules and budgets for new processes.
• Lead process development from design to trials and procurement.
• Manage project KPI achievement and scheduling.
• Perform on-site equipment modifications during non-production times.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Equipment specs writing

Cross-functional leadership

Project scheduling

KPI setting

Weekend/holiday support

Domestic & international travel

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

C3

Catia

AutoCAD

Job 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.

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other workauthorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not requireToyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEMOPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits' [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in thefuture. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorshipnow or in the future.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota's Engineering, Excellence, and Strategy (EES) Pack, Assembly, Controls, Caseweld, and Chassis (PACCC) Department seeks a passionate and highly-motivated Battery Pack Assembly Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead and manage new model projects from all aspects of PACCC engineering in Toyota’s North American Manufacturing Shops.

Reporting to the Manager, the person in this role will support the PACCC Engineering department's objective to provide new model processes to the manufacturing facilities which meet all targets for Safety, Quality, Productivity and Cost.

What you’ll be doing

• Create equipment schedules and budgets for new processes
• Lead process development through design, machine specification, equipment procurement, installation, safety risk assessments, dimensional accuracy investigations and process trials based on project milestones and events
• Manage work to achieve project KPI’s
• Execute onsite equipment modifications during non-production time (weekends, holidays, etc.)
• Participate in team kaizen and organizational improvement activities
• Interact with outside groups (Body Manufacturing Pilot, Stamping PE, Plant Facilities, Vendors, etc.) to divide responsibilities and resolve conflicts

What you bring

• BS Degree in Engineering (or Engineering Related Field) or 4 years equivalent experience in industry
• Experience in writing machine specifications for equipment procurement
• Experience leading cross functional discussions and driving direction setting
• Project Schedule development and KPI setting experience
• Ability to work weekends, holiday periods, and shutdown periods to support tooling modification and installation projects
• Ability to travel up to 30% - 50% to support work at machine vendors, Toyota manufacturing locations, and occasionally in Japan - dispatch to another site (~1 year) is likely to support project needs

Added bonus if you have

• Experience in Body Weld, Chassis Weld, or Case Weld (T/M or contractor), PACCC, Assembly
• Manufacturing Plant experience
• Experience in other Body functions (Seibi, Carott Seibi, Quality, etc.)
• Experience in other non-Body related automotive divisions
• Experience working with C3, Catia, and/or AutoCAD
• Experience in Battery Module and Pack production
• Quality measurement and/or analysis experience (Faro or other systems)

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and careerdevelopment 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 Toyotaregardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
• 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.

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.