Engineer II - Supplier Quality Management Engineering

Toyota; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation (if applicable)

Comprehensive health care and wellness

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

Toyota’s Purchasing Supplier Development (PSD) Accessories, Logistics, and Planning Department seeks an Engineer with a strong data analytics mindset to lead development of accessory products, processes, and suppliers at our Plano, TX headquarters. The role focuses on applying rigorous analysis to optimize design for manufacturability and achieve project milestones.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in Automotive Manufacturing/Engineering, experience with data analytics tools like Excel, Power

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar technical field.
• 4+ years in Automotive Manufacturing/Engineering.
• Experience with exterior/equipment/vehicle components is preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and Power BI/Power Automate.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Accessory products, processes and suppliers.
• Deploy PSD New Model Development Operational Procedure and optimize manufacturability.
• Support outsourcing to ensure best cost, quality, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Travel up to 50% peak, average 25–30%.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

Catia

AutoCAD

Autoform

Job description

Location Plano, Texas, 75024 This job is associated with 2 categories Job Id 10335333 Posted Date 10/19/2026

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

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Purchasing Supplier Development (PSD) Accessories, Logistics, and Planning Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer with a strong data analytics mindset and the ability to turn insights into sound business decisions.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the development of Accessory products, processes and suppliers. To achieve this goal, the Engineer will deploy the PSD New Model Development Operational Procedure and apply rigorous analytical thinking to optimize the design for manufacturability to achieve project milestones.

The person in this role will support PSD’s objective to develop our outsourced supply base to ensure overall best cost, quality, manufacturability, and operational self-reliance.

This position will be located at Headquarters, Plano, TX.

What you’ll be doing

• Utilize process engineering and Toyota Production System skills, through collaborative work with suppliers’ teams, to ensure design and implementation of optimal manufacturing processes.
• Execute and manage the PSD operating procedure for specific change part content over multiple programs.
• Develop, execute, and modify project strategies for critical parts based on risk ranking activities.
• Maintain and communicate responsible part status information for project KPI visualization internally and externally.
• Lead Supplier Partner teams in problem solving and consensus building to mitigate risks utilizing Toyota business practices.
• Develop project schedule to achieve set objectives and KPI’s.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Engineering or similar technical field.
• 4+ years of equivalent professional experience in Automotive Manufacturing/Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering experience (including applicable co-op experience) in developing one or more of the following commodities/ products:
• Exterior – Towing Products, Cargo Products, Vehicle Protection Products, Bumper, Rocker, Spoiler, Undercover, Outer Mirror
• Electrical/Electronic – Lighting Products, ECU, Battery, Hybrid System
• Chassis – Suspension, Brakes, Driveline
• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering Experience with one or more of the following processes:
  • Molding processes, Plastics joining, Complex Assembly, Paint or Coatings application
  • Electronics Soldering/SMT, Complex Assembly, Sewing, Wrapping, Wire harness assembly
  • Casting, Forging (Aluminum & Iron)
  • Machining, Milling, Heat Treatment
  • Stamping, Welding
  • Material processing including Steel, Aluminum, Resins, Paint, Rubber
• Experience and knowledge in General Automotive Body and Vehicle Structures.
• Experiencereading drawings/prints, including the ability todiscuss basic GD&T for manufactured parts.
• Experience with data analysis, including the ability to evaluate trends, quantify impacts, and communicate concise decision-quality insights and recommendations to management:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
• Working experience with Microsoft Power BI and Power Automate (including data importation, slicer manipulation, report creation)
• Working knowledge and experience with data analytics platforms & AI tools
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% Peak, average 25 - 30%.

Added bonus if you have

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Automotive manufacturing experience, working directly for an Automotive OEM or Automotive Supplier.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in Aftermarket Production Preparation experience with demonstrated ability to manage either of the following:
  • Multiple supplier Production Preparation across multiple vehicle / unit projects.
  • The establishment of manufacturing processes to include critical characteristics and parameter controls across a broad spectrum of inputs such as Tooling, Equipment, Process Capacity, Capability, Quality, Throughput and Human development.
• Experience in design feedback activity for manufacturability or cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience with Catia /AutoCAD/Autoform.
• Experience with Tool & Die Structure and Design for Stamping, Welding, Casting, Injection Molding and/orForging.
• Successful completion of Toyota Business Practice (TBP) Panel or other established problem-solving methodology training & 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 (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 (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.

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