Engineering Manager - Battery

Kentucky Association of Manufacturers; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

401(k) match

Job summary

Toyota is seeking a Manager for Battery Manufacturing Production Engineering to plan, manage, and develop the BME Department, ensuring Production Preparation activities align with business targets and SOP milestones. The role collaborates with E&F, ILE and overseas teams to drive capital projects and continuous improvement across TBMNC battery initiatives.

You will lead start-up activities, coordinate with Japan and other affiliates, and develop talent while supporting weekend and travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering.
• Experience in Toyota Production Preparation or Toyota Manufacturing.
• Experience managing large Toyota capital projects over $20M.
• Experience in a Toyota management role with direct reports.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Experience in battery production facility startup or pilot project.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement TBMNC BEV battery lines to meet project KPIs.
• Plan, manage and oversee capital budget spending for your area.
• Collaborate with Environmental & Facilities, Logistics and other groups for design and permitting support.
• Collaborate with Toyota Japan and other affiliates for TBMNC battery projects.
• Support the TBMNC to pursue continuous improvement and cost-competitive activities.
• Engage and resolve technical and organizational issues with vendors, suppliers, customers to achieve KPIs.
• Lead training and development for direct reports.
• Lead training opportunities in Japan for BEV Battery team development.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Engineering expertise

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

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.

Visa and Employment Eligibility

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. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

Overview

Toyota’s Battery Manufacturing Production Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Manager. The primary responsibility of this role is to plan, manage, and develop the Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME) Department to complete Production Preparation activities, meeting business targets as well as strengthening BME PE through Hoshin and cross-functional activities. The person in this role will support the execution of Capital Projects from planning through Start of Production (SOP).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Planning and implementation of TBMNC BEV battery lines to meet project KPIs. Activities include schedule management, process planning, equipment planning, installation and trials through startup and handover to the plant’s manufacturing function.
• Plan, manage and oversee capital budget spending for your respective area ($50M-$150M).
• Collaborate with Environmental & Facilities (E&F), Logistics (ILE) and other groups for confirmation of building design, facilities and permitting support for our equipment planning.
• Collaborate with Toyota Japan and other affiliates for TBMNC battery projects.
• Support the TBMNC to pursue continuous improvement and cost competitive activities throughout the startup phase.
• Engage and resolve technical and organizational issues including external vendors, suppliers, customers, all while achieving project KPIs.
• Lead training and development activities for direct reports, monitor progress and provide ideas for improvement.
• Lead training opportunities in Japan for the development of the BEV Battery team, including the support of HEV Battery implementation team at VTOs, as well as other Japan location training opportunities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering.
• Experience in Toyota Production Preparation or Toyota Manufacturing, including execution of capital projects from initial planning to start of production.
• Experience managing large Toyota capital projects over $20M, including creating and maintaining schedules and tracking milestones from project creation to completion.
• Experience in a Toyota management role with responsibility for direct reports or as a Toyota sub-lead for team members, engineers, technicians, machine builders and/or overseas support personnel.
• Ability to support weekends, shutdown, and overtime, including travel, both domestic and international, up to 25%.
• Experience leading pre-production and manufacturing preparation in a greenfield lithium-ion battery production facility or battery technology pilot project.

Added Bonus if you have

• Advanced degree (higher than Bachelor’s).
• Experience in a Toyota Engineering role with a focus on project planning through start of production.
• TBP completion through Panel.
• Chemical manufacturing experience.

What We’ll Bring

• 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).
• 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. 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.