Overview

Who we are

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 Region 2 Production Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Production Engineer to support Body Weld (BOGI) equipment, process, and new model project execution. 

The primary responsibility of this role is to support project planning and implementation for new model and capital projects within Body Weld. This includes early project planning, impact analysis, layout studies, equipment specification, procurement, installation, safety risk assessments, process trials, part quality confirmation, and production readiness. 

Reporting to the Manager, the person in this role will support Production Engineering’s objective to provide new model processes to the manufacturing facilities that meet targets for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost. This role will focus on Body Weld systems including process equipment, material handling, conveyors, automation, joining equipment, quality confirmation equipment, and related manufacturing technologies. 

What you’ll be doing

Project Planning and New Model Impact Analysis 

• Lead early project planning and impact analysis for Body Weld new model and capital projects

• Evaluate new model change points and determine impact to Body Weld equipment, layout, process flow, part handling, automation, safety, and quality confirmation

• Review model changes against existing shop capability and identify technical change requirements

• Support feasibility studies, investment planning, project justification, technology feasibility, and ROI evaluation

Layout, Process, and Shop Optimization 

• Perform layout studies focused on part count, part placement, process count, equipment access, operator access, flexibility, technology, and shop optimization

• Support overall Body Weld layout optimization with focus on flexibility, technology, process capability, safety, and manufacturability

• Identify opportunities to improve Body Weld competitiveness through equipment, process, layout, and technology improvements

• Work with Production, Maintenance, Safety, Quality, Logistics, Facilities, and other stakeholders to confirm practical implementation requirements

Equipment Development, Procurement, and Installation 

• Lead Body Weld equipment projects from concept through launch, including new model projects, capital projects, refurbishment projects, and plant competitiveness projects

• Develop equipment scopes, technical specifications, buyoff plans, installation plans, project schedules, budgets, and quality confirmation plans

• Support equipment design reviews, supplier coordination, fabrication follow-up, installation, debug, runoff, process trials, and final acceptance

• Coordinate equipment procurement and installation activities with Toyota internal groups and external suppliers

• Support shutdown, weekend, holiday, and non-production installation work as required

Body Weld BOGI Process Ownership

• Take ownership of assigned Body Weld process areas from planning through production confirmation

• Confirm process capability, equipment functionality, part quality, safety readiness, and handoff to Manufacturing

• Lead problem solving for equipment, process, quality, and installation issues

• Support part quality investigations and countermeasure development for weld, dimensional, fit, and assembly concerns

• Partner with NAMC production and maintenance teams to ensure solutions are practical, maintainable, and sustainable

Safety, Risk Reduction, and Standards

• Lead safety risk assessments for new or modified Body Weld equipment

• Support LOTO, machine guarding, safe access, ergonomics, stored energy control, and equipment safety confirmation

• Ensure project deliverables include safety, quality, maintainability, and production readiness expectations

• Identify opportunities to improve equipment standards, placards, visual controls, and risk communication across Body Weld

• Promote standardization and best-practice sharing across Region 2 and other Toyota manufacturing locations

Quality Confirmation and Technology 

• Support implementation of quality confirmation technologies for Body Weld processes

• Evaluate new technologies that improve safety, quality, productivity, cost, flexibility, and competitiveness

• Support automation, robotic systems, joining equipment, inspection systems, conveyance, and related manufacturing technologies

• Use data, trials, and production feedback to validate performance and confirm project targets

• Support digital manufacturing, visualization, and equipment performance improvement where applicable

Project Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Create and manage project schedules, budgets, quality confirmation plans, and issue tracking

• Lead assigned project workload while balancing timing, resources, risk, and project milestones

• Provide clear project updates, escalation items, and countermeasure plans to leadership

• Build strong working relationships with TMNA Production Engineering Project Leaders, NAMC Pilot, Logistics, Maintenance, PEPD, suppliers, and other cross-functional partners

• Support Toyota Business Practices and structured problem solving to close gaps and achieve project KPI targets

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related engineering field; or Associate’s Degree in Engineering Technology with 2+ years relevant work experience; or High School Diploma with 7+ years relevant work experience

• Experience in Production Engineering or an engineering role focused on equipment development and/or procurement

• Self-starting individual with the ability to stay task focused and meet or exceed KPIs related to project requirements

• Project experience in equipment procurement, installations, and trials

• Proficient in AutoCAD (ability to read, write, and interpret drawings) with a minimum of 2 years of experience

• Proficient in Inventor and/or Catia with a minimum of 2 years of experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Ability to support weekends, holiday periods, and shutdowns for tooling modifications and installation activities

• Ability to travel up to 20% to North American manufacturing locations and Japan

Added bonus if you have

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or other advanced technical degree

• Experience in one or more new model launch preparations

• 2+ years construction management experience

• Experience in Simultaneous Engineering or vehicle design for new model launches

• Project management 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 (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

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.

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