Engineer - Production Engineering

Toyota North America; South Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota North America is seeking an FAE Engineer to support the development and implementation of new model preparation at NAMC sites. The role reports to the FAE Manager and aims to make Vehicle Manufacturing equipment best-in-class for safety, quality, and efficiency across Toyota’s North American operations.

The position requires up to 20% travel to NAMCs and Japan, and up to 30% overtime during peak periods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or technical degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1 or more years of experience in automotive Assembly Engineering, Production Engineering, or similar.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to all North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMCs) as well as Japan for TMC sites and equipment makers.
• Ability to work up to 30% overtime when required (including some weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods)

Responsibilities

• (50%) Project Planning with Plant teams and Final Assembly team for upcoming model change
• (30%) Evaluating Model change impact to vehicle processes and developing technical equipment change requirements
• (10%) Development of new technologies and vendor base for PE (Production Engineering) and Manufacturing industry competitiveness improvement within Assembly
• (10%) Leading equipment projects from concept to launch for Equipment and Automation technology to Assembly across the NAMCs
• Close collaboration and relationship building with internal and external groups across Toyota including TMNA Final Assembly Engineering Project Leaders, NAMC’s Pilot team, Logistics, Maintenance, Engineering regional teams, PEPD, and others

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or technical degree or equivalent work experience

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 Final Assembly Production Engineering (FAE)Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivatedFAE Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support in development and implementation of new model preparation at Toyota’s North America Manufacturing Center (NAMC) sites.

Reporting to the FAE Manager, the person in this role will support the FAE objective to make Vehicle Manufacturing equipment best‑in‑industry for human safety, highest quality, and most efficient utilization of automation technology for non‑value‑added work reduction.

What you’ll be doing

• (50%) Project Planning with Plant teams and Final Assembly team for upcoming model change
• (30%) Evaluating Model change impact to vehicle processes and developing technical equipment change requirements
• (10%) Development of new technologies and vendor base for PE (Production Engineering) and Manufacturing industry competitiveness improvement within Assembly
• (10%) Leading equipment projects from concept to launch for Equipment and Automation technology to Assembly across the NAMCs
• Close collaboration and relationship building with internal and external groups across Toyota including TMNA Final Assembly Engineering Project Leaders, NAMC’s Pilot team, Logistics, Maintenance, Engineering regional teams, PEPD, and others

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or technical degree or equivalent work experience
• 1 or more years of experience in automotive Assembly Engineering, Production Engineering, or similar
• Ability to travel up to 20% to all North American Manufacturing Centers (NAMCs) as well as Japan for TMC sites and equipment makers
• Ability to work up to 30% overtime when required (including some weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods)

Added bonus if you have

• Training and experience creating and interpreting equipment drawings from concepts to production
• Vehicle model change experience
• Experience managing a project through Operating Procedures (OPs)

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.