Project Engineer

TNA Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. Company; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and wellness plans

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Vehicle Purchase Discount

Lease Vehicle Program

Job summary

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America, Inc. Company is seeking a Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineer to lead the design, planning, and execution of facility construction projects across North America, including Georgetown, KY; San Antonio, TX; Ann Arbor, MI; San Jose, CA; and sites in Mexico.

You’ll drive safety, schedule, and cost performance while supporting manufacturing and R&D operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years’ experience in industrial building design and construction.
• 2+ years’ project engineering or project management experience.
• Experience with industrial mechanical systems (piping, chilled water, HVAC, utilities).
• Experience with industrial electrical systems (switchgear, power distribution, 480VAC+).
• Experience with controls systems (PLCs, BMS, VFDs).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to travel up to 80% within the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and project management activities for facility construction, expansion, renovation, and infrastructure projects across North America.
• Develop and review design criteria for civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing facilities on building design and improvements.
• Support industrial building systems including HVAC, compressed air, chillers, and utilities.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety with stakeholders.
• Prepare project status reports and communicate progress to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Industrial building design

Team collaboration

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Building Management Systems (BMS)

PLC programming

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 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 STEMOPT, F-1 of 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 Plant Engineering Department is seeking a motivated and results-driven Mechanical, Electrical, or Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the design, planning, and execution of facility construction projects, including expansions, renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and greenfield developments across our North American locations including Georgetown, KY, San Antonio, TX, Ann Arbor, MI, San Jose, CA, Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Guanajuato, Mexico facilities. Reporting to the Manager, Plant Engineering Projects’ team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality facility projects that meet safety, cost, schedule, and performance objectives while supporting our manufacturing, R&D, logistics, and distribution operations throughout North America.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead engineering and project management activities for facility construction, expansion, renovation, and infrastructure projects across North America.
• Develop and review Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and Electrical design criteria to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with facility standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing facilities on building design, construction, and facility infrastructure improvements.
• Provide technical support and guidance for industrial building systems, including HVAC, compressed air, chillers, and other facility utility systems.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, and safety objectives while coordinating with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Prepare project status reports, lead engineering studies, and communicate project progress and recommendations to key stakeholders.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology, or a related technical field.
• 2+ years’ experience in industrial building design and construction, including facility infrastructure and building systems.
• 2+ years’ project engineering or project management experience supporting industrial construction projects.
• 2 years’ experience with one or more of the following: Industrial mechanical systems (piping, chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, utilities, etc.)
• Industrial electrical systems (switchgear, power distribution, 480VAC and above)
• Controls systems, including PLCs, industrial networking, Building Management Systems (BMS), and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite including Excel, PowerPoint, and other applications.
• Ability to travel up to 80% within the United States, Canada, and Mexico based on project needs, with flexibility to work additional hours as required.
• Added bonus if you have Bachelor’s degree in the specified Engineering areas of Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (RA) credential.
• Experience with industrial mechanical systems, including piping, chilled water, compressed air and related utilities.
• Experience managing industrial construction projects valued at $20M or more.
• Experience with industrial power systems, including switchgear, power distribution, and systems operating at 480VAC and above.
• Experience with industrial structural steel systems.
• Experience managing large-scale civil construction installations.
• AutoCAD experience.

What we 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)

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.

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.

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.