Accessory Development Engineering - 12 Month Contract/Acting

Toyota Motor Corporation•Brossard, QC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) is seeking an Accessory Development Engineer for a 12-month contract/acting position. This role will report to the Manager, Accessories Development and will be responsible for developing Genuine Toyota & Lexus Accessory products and Vehicle Enhancements. The engineer will ensure these products comply with Toyota Standards and Specifications, meeting targets for performance, compliance, quality, cost, mass, and timing. The position offers technical support for the design, development, and launch of accessories within the team.

Requirements

University degree and/or Colle Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Industrial Engineering with strong Electrical Engineering knowledge/experience
2+ years of experience in engineering, preferably with exposure to multiple aspects of engineering including project management, design, quality and manufacturing
Strong team player with cross-functional team work experience
Strong knowledge of the automobile and the automotive design process and supply chain
Project management & multi-tasking
Communication & presentation experience
Work against fixed timelines and set priorities to achieve targets
Persuade, influence and negotiate to achieve tangible results
Initiate and improve work processes through information management systems or daily operations
Partner with inter-company business units and suppliers
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of CATIA or equivalent is an asset
Electrical vehicle industry experience is an asset
P. Eng. License or equivalent is an asset

Responsibilities

Provide technical support for design, development and launch of accessories
Direct and participate in Design Review (DR) activities internally and with Toyota affiliates
Assist team members in conducting supplier sourcing and provide assistance during pricing negotiations with the Planning department
Develop and maintain project tracking schedules, planning documents, and assigned product categories
Explore and recommend new products and plan for future products
Review MQCs for new products, consult with vendors to help set up production in compliance with Toyota Canada’s Certified Vendor program
Provide team and management with updates regarding Engineering activities and project progress
Assist and review Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Design Guides and Technical Standards to ensure product development meets engineering performance, compliance, durability and quality requirements
Assist and review product design and validation requirements with Vendors while verifying vendor capabilities and results regarding product design and drawing requirements, product quality, validation testing, documentation, product installation process and training
Support Supplier Quality and Capability Audits of new and existing Vendors
Provide recommendations to the development of new processes to continuously improve existing practices
Assist, help define, and communicate technical requirements to Vendors regarding design and test specifications, and vehicle integration needs for new products
Work with team to evaluate and ensure Vendor designs and test results meet Toyota requirements (includes Design Validation Plan, Failure Modes Analysis, Fire Hazard Prevention, and Misuse Risk Prevention)
Acquire, manipulate and evaluate Vehicle and Accessory CAD data for product design development
Engage to achieve Accessory Product Approval
Assist Quality Engineering in the investigation and resolution of field quality and warranty related issues
Oversee and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reflect modifications or improvements
Coordinate product development, create and maintain project management report for accessories in development