Powertrain Engineer

TKY Toyota Motor Mfg Kentucky, Inc Company; Kentucky; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

TKY Toyota Motor Mfg Kentucky, Inc Company is seeking an experienced Engineer to provide mass production support for Powertrain Assembly or Machining operations. You will apply Toyota Production System tools and 5-why analysis to eliminate process inefficiencies and drive improvements.

The role requires a hands-on engineer with manufacturing experience, strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, and a track record of leading projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or related field, or 3+ years of equivalent automotive engineering experience.
• Experience in an Engineering role in manufacturing.
• Experience applying TPS, JIT, Toyota Business Practice, and 5-why analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Experience in leadership with measurable safety/quality/productivity/cost improvements.

Responsibilities

• Mass Production Engineering support for Powertrain Assembly or Machining operations.
• Apply Toyota Production System tools and methodologies of 5-why problem solving to eliminate and prevent recurrence of machining and assembly process inefficiencies.
• Utilize teamwork approach and mindset to develop working relationships for stronger, more effective future partnerships.
• Use a methodical and data driven analytical approach to continuously improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost problems and report status to management members.
• Manage projects by creating schedules, tracking budget, establishing punch lists, and meeting established due dates and milestones.
• Search for innovative solutions, test them in a manufacturing setting, and develop business case justification to gain approval to purchase if trials prove successful.
• Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specification is met from planning to production usage.

Skills

TPS / Toyota Production System

5-why analysis

Leadership

Project management

Flexible hours

AI experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

3+ years automotive engineering experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

AutoCAD 2D/3D

PLC/CNC knowledge

Power Apps/SQL/HTML/Visual Studio/JavaScript

Power BI

Job description

Overview

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 Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all." 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.

What you’ll be doing

• Mass Production Engineering support for Powertrain Assembly or Machining operations.
• Apply Toyota Production System tools and methodologies of 5-why problem solving to eliminate and prevent recurrence of machining and assembly process inefficiencies.
• Utilize teamwork approach and mindset to develop working relationships for stronger, more effective future partnerships.
• Use a methodical and data driven analytical approach to continuously improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost problems and report status to management members.
• Manage projects by creating schedules, tracking budget, establishing punch lists, and meeting established due dates and milestones.
• Search for innovative solutions, test them in a manufacturing setting, and develop business case justification to gain approval to purchase if trials prove successful.
• Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specification is met from planning to production usage.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or similar technical field or 3+ years of equivalent professional experience in an engineering role for automotive manufacturing.
• Experience in an Engineering role in manufacturing.
• Experience applying problem-solving tools, such as TPS (Toyota Production System), just-in-time and methodologies such as Toyota Business Practice and 5-why analysis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D/3D.
• Experience in a leadership role with successful, quantifiable results related to Safety, Quality, Productivity, and/or Cost improvements.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including 2nd shift (on occasion), weekends and holidays/shutdown, dependent on business needs.
• Experience with project management including writing detailed scope of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates.
• Added bonus if you have Experience working as an engineer in a Toyota manufacturing facility.
• Recent experience working in Toyota Powertrain manufacturing.
• Experience with machine tools and industrial manufacturing equipment including PLC and CNC controllers, CNC machining, estic tightening tools/automated nutrunners, autonomous conveyance devices and leak testers.
• Experience successfully applying artificial intelligence technology.
• Experience creating applications and manufacturing solutions using software/web development such as Power Apps, SQL, HTML, Visual Studio, and/or Javascript.
• Working experience with Microsoft Power BI (including data importation, slicer manipulation, report creation and troubleshooting).

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 (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).

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

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.

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