Project Engineer, Paint & Surface Finishing Upgrades

Toyota Deutschland GmbH; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana is seeking a Project Engineer to support paint and surface finishing initiatives for new model launches. You will drive capital improvement projects, machinery modifications, and process-readiness to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.

You will lead cross-functional efforts with Production Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, and OEM suppliers, managing schedules, budgets, and change management in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or 5+ years in manufacturing engineering/project management.
• Proven track record leading technical projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving with structured methods (PDCA, 5-Why, DMAIC).
• Ability to interpret and communicate technical requirements clearly.
• Familiarity with automated manufacturing systems and equipment.
• PMP and/or Six Sigma certification or similar engineering certs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional projects that support new model introductions and equipment installations/improvements.
• Develop scope, specifications, and validation plans for tooling, automation and manufacturing systems.
• Track project schedules, budgets, and deliverables with structured problem-solving.
• Conduct equipment investigations and root-cause analysis; implement corrective actions.
• Partner with Production Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality and OEM suppliers.
• Oversee installation, commissioning and change management with strong safety compliance.

Skills

Engineering

Project management

PDCA

5-Why

DMAIC

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indiana is seeking a Project Engineer to support paint and surface finishing initiatives for new model launches. You will drive capital improvement projects, machinery modifications, and process-readiness to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.

You will lead cross-functional efforts with Production Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, and OEM suppliers, managing schedules, budgets, and change management in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.