Final Assembly Production Engineer

TNA Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Referral programs

Job summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. is seeking a Final Assembly Production Engineer to support development and implementation of new model preparation at NAMC sites.

You will work to ensure Vehicle Manufacturing equipment is safe, high-quality, and efficiently automated, reducing non-value-added work. You will lead equipment projects from concept to launch and collaborate across teams in NAMCs, TMNA Final Assembly, and suppliers to advance production engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or technical degree.
• Experience in Assembly Engineering or Internal Logistics Engineering.
• Ability to travel up to 20% to NAMCs and Japan.
• Ability to work up to 30% overtime.
• Experience creating and interpreting equipment drawings from concepts to production.
• Experience managing a project through OP (Operating Procedure).
• Vehicle model change experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan projects with Plant teams and Final Assembly for upcoming model changes.
• Evaluate model change impact on vehicle processes and develop equipment change requirements.
• Develop new technologies and vendor base for PE/Manufacturing competitiveness in Assembly.
• Lead equipment projects from concept to launch for Equipment and Automation in Assembly across NAMCs.
• Collaborate with internal and external groups across Toyota including NAMC teams and others.

Skills

Travel readiness

Overtime flexibility

Project management

Equipment drawings interpretation

Vehicle model change experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

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.

Employment Sponsorship

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 Final Assembly Production Engineering (FAE) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Final Assembly Production Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to support in development and implementation of new model preparation at 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

• Project Planning with Plant teams and Final Assembly team for upcoming model change.
• Evaluating Model change impact to vehicle processes and developing technical equipment change requirements.
• Development of new technologies and vendor base for PE (Production Engineering) and Manufacturing industry competitiveness improvement within Assembly.
• 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, NAMCs' 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.
• Experience in Assembly Engineering or Internal Logistics Engineering.
• 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.
• Added bonus if you have Training and experience creating and interpreting equipment drawings from concepts to production.
• Experience managing a project through OP (Operating Procedure).
• Vehicle model change experience.

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 (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

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.

Career Possibilities

At Toyota, we don't just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we're empowered to forge our own paths - to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members' success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people's lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let's start our impossible, together.