Engineer - Battery Safety

Toyota North America•Georgetown, KY

About The Position

Toyota's Safety Department is looking for a passionate and motivated Engineer - Battery Safety within the Strategy & Planning group. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage projects related to Electrification (Lithium-ion Battery) Thermal Risk Management implementation across North America. The primary area of focus will include monitoring electrification thermal risk activity across multiple stakeholder groups to ensure best practices for safety controls and adherence to the electrification readiness plan. Toyota is one of the world’s most admired brands, growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those they serve. The company fosters a collaborative and respectful work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in one of the following: Engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Occupational Safety & Health, or a related engineering/technology field
Experience directly related to managing battery safety/electrification thermal risk management programs
At least 2 years in a role where battery safety/electrification responsibilities made up at least 50% of the professional duties
Demonstrated foundational understanding of NFPA, ISO, IEC, UL, AIAG, and other relevant industry standards, acquired under the supervision of senior engineers and management
Proven ability to handle projects involving critical thinking (kaizen), problem solving, data analysis, and verification

Nice To Haves

Direct experience managing safety systems and implementing countermeasures for lithium-ion batteries
Direct experience performing lithium-ion battery thermal hazards risk assessments
Experience implementing safety through hierarchy of controls and design principles
Knowledge and proficiency in functional safety systems related to electrification thermal risk management and/or new technologies
Experience working in automotive manufacturing or engineering environments

Responsibilities

Co-Lead regional electrification focused risk assessment programs and lithium-ion battery thermal hazard identification focused on team member safety
Provide support for the Toyota Motor North America region working to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards related to lithium-ion batteries
Partner with other divisions and departments to interpret and implement federal, state, and local safety regulations related to electrification thermal event prevention
Develop, update, and maintain Toyota technical safety standards related to lithium-ion battery and thermal hazard identification and risk assessment
Present electrification thermal risk management safety strategies and project status updates to leadership and executives
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to travel up to 25% domestic with possible international travel as needed

Benefits

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)
Relocation Assistance (if applicable)