Purchasing Supplier Development Engineer

Toyota Deutschland GmbH; Arkansas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Engineer in the Purchasing Supplier Development Engineering Department. This role is pivotal in leading the development of New Model products and processes for North American vehicles. You will collaborate with Supplier Partners to ensure optimal manufacturing processes and meet project milestones. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent problem-solving skills, and a passion for automotive innovation. Experience with Toyota Production System and a willingness to travel are essential. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of mobility in a collaborative and respectful work environment.

Benefits

Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid holidays and paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral services for childcare and schools

Tax Advantaged Accounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or similar technical field.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing or engineering.
• Ability to read drawings and discuss GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of New Model products and processes.
• Collaborate with Supplier Partners to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Manage project schedules and achieve vehicle milestone objectives.

Skills

Process Engineering

Toyota Production System

Manufacturing Processes

Problem-Solving

General Automotive Body Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

4+ years of professional experience

Tools

Catia

AutoCAD

Autoform

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.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Purchasing Supplier Development (PSD) Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the development of New Model products and processes with our Supplier Partners for all North American built vehicles. To achieve this goal, the Engineer will deploy the PSD New Model Development Operational Procedure to optimize the design for manufacturability to achieve project milestones.

The person in this role will support PSD’s objective to develop our outsourced supply base to ensure overall best cost, quality, manufacturability, and operational self-reliance. The candidates should consistently demonstrate attributes of next-level capability as outlined in the Toyota Core Competencies and meet the expectations of the current position.

This position is located in Saline, Michigan.

What you’ll be doing

• Utilize process engineering and Toyota Production System skills, through collaborative work with our Supplier Partner’s teams, to ensure the design and implementation of optimal manufacturing processes.

• Execute and manage the PSD operating procedure for responsible commodities across multiple vehicle programs.

• Develop, execute, and modify project strategies for critical parts, based on risk-ranking activities.

• Work with Supplier Partners to develop appropriate project schedules to achieve vehicle milestone objectives and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Lead Supplier Partner teams in problem-solving and consensus building to mitigate risks utilizing Toyota Business Practices.

• Maintain and communicate responsible part status information supporting project KPI visualization, internally and externally.

What you bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering or similar technical field or 4+ years of equivalent professional experience in automotive manufacturing/engineering.

• Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience (includes applicable co-op experience) developing one or more of the following commodities/products:

  • Interior – Trim, Garnish, Instrument Panel, Console Box, HVAC

  • Exterior – Grill, Bumper, Rocker, Spoiler, Undercover, Outer Mirror, Door handle, Glass

  • Electrical/Electronic – Audio, Multi-media, ECU, Battery, Hybrid System

  • Safety and Functional – Airbag, Seat Belt, Steering Wheel, Accelerator/Brake Pedal, Sunroof

  • Chassis – Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Driveline

  • Powertrain – Engine, Transmission, Battery

  • Body & Assembly – Frame, Body stamping, Structural stamping & weld

  • Seats/Soft Trim – Seat, Headliner, Door Trim

• Manufacturing, Quality, or Engineering experience developing one or more of the following processes:

  • Molding processes, Plastics joining, Complex Assembly, Paint or Coatings application

  • Electronics Soldering/SMT, Complex Assembly, Sewing, Wrapping, Wire harness assembly

  • Casting, Forging (Aluminum & Iron)

  • Machining, Milling, Heat Treatment

  • Stamping, Welding

• Experience and knowledge in General Automotive Body and Vehicle Structures.

• Experiencereading drawings/prints, including the ability todiscuss basic GD&T for manufactured parts.

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% Peak, average 25 - 30%.

Added bonus if you have

• Automotive manufacturing experience, working directly for an Automotive OEM or Automotive Supplier.

• New Model Production Preparation experience with demonstrated ability to manage either of the following:

  • Multiple Tier 1 Suppliers Production Preparation across multiple vehicle/unit, projects

  • The establishment of manufacturing processes to include critical characteristics and parameter controls across a broad spectrum of inputs such as Tooling, Equipment, Process Capacity, Capability, Quality, Throughput and Human Development

• Experience in design feedback activity for manufacturability or cost-reduction initiatives.

• Experience with Catia /AutoCAD/Autoform.

• Experience with Tool & Die Structure and Design for Stamping, Welding, Casting, Injection Molding, and/orForging.

• Successful completion of Toyota Business Practice (TBP) Panel or other established problem-solving methodology training & experience.

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.

• 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. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

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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