Engineering Manager – Stamping Equipment - Laser Development

Toyota Deutschland GmbH; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Production Engineering - Stamping Equipment is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead a diverse team of engineers in developing the next generation of laser cutting equipment for high-volume sheet metal blanking. This role reports to the Senior Engineering Manager and focuses on global collaboration, research, and equipment optimization.

You will mentor engineers, manage capital projects, and ensure programs meet KPI targets. Travel up to 50% domestically and internationally is required.

Qualifications

• Masters in engineering required; Toyota mass production experience preferred.
• Experience managing direct reports in a manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on laser cutting knowledge and ability to optimize cutting conditions.
• Experience leading projects from specification to installation and commissioning.
• Familiarity with Ryohin-Joken to map process capability and improve performance.
• Experience planning capital expenditure and managing budgets.
• TBP (Toyota Business Practice) and OJD completion are expected.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers to develop next‑gen laser cutting equipment for high-volume blanking.
• Establish global vendor partnerships and drive technology roadmaps.
• Identify and install trial equipment to validate research and kaizen needs.
• Mentor engineers in laser cutting, project management, and Toyota Way.
• Support on-site activities during weekends, holidays, and shutdowns as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team development

Laser cutting experience

Travel readiness

Education

Master’s degree in an Engineering field

Tools

Ryohin-Joken

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.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’sProduction Engineering - Stamping EquipmentDepartment is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineering Manager.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead a diverse team of Engineers to develop the next generation of laser cutting equipment capable of meeting high volume throughput and high accuracy requirements in sheet metal blanking.

Reporting to the Senior Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the Stamping Equipment department’s objective of becoming a global leader in laser cutting by leading a team to investigate, implement, and improve new laser and supporting equipment technology.

What you’ll be doing

• Research, develop, and implement new laser cutting technologies through development of global strategic vendor partnerships
• Develop roadmap from current press blanking conditions, identifying future developments required to achieve long-term strategy of laser blanking capability
• Identify and lead installation of trial equipment to validate research results and identify ongoing kaizen requirements to meet project KPI’s
• Develop and train new Engineers in laser cutting technology, research methods, equipment installation and commissioning, project management and the Toyota Way
• Lead TMC laser cutting information sharing and kaizen development to build a partnership to establish a global equipment specification
• Support onsite activities as needed during equipment work on weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods

What you bring

• Master’s Degree in an Engineering field
• Experience in Toyota mass production engineering
• Toyota management experience with responsibility for direct reports
• Laser Cutting experience with hands on experience trialing laser beam size, profile shapes, fiber diameters, assist gas parameters to achieve optimal cutting conditions for a range of material specifications
• Experience leading project management of specification, installation, and commissioning of full press line equipment including un-coilers, levelers, washers, de-stackers, palletizers, material feed systems
• Experience using Ryohin-Joken to establish a map of process capability, evaluating equipment capability, and using results to understand overall capability to meet production targets
• Experience planning capital expenditure needs, write project budget justification documents, and manage project spending to meet budget allocation
• Understanding of and exposure to Toyota Way, TPS, industry regulations, codes, and standards including ANSI, ASME, OHSA and NFPA, including shop floor implementation
• Completion of Toyota Business Practice (TBP) through panel
• On Job Development (OJD) completion
• Ability to travel 50% (higher during peak times), both domestic and international

Added bonus if you have

• Professional Engineer Certification
• Project Manager Professional Certification
• Certified Machinery Safety Expert
• Experience in multiple automotive production shops (weld, assembly, stamping, etc)

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on 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 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.

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