Engineer - Powertrain

Toyota North America•Ann Arbor, MI

About The Position

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 Powertrain Design (PDE) team is looking for a passionate, highly-motivated Design Engineer with an interest in Driveline systems to help develop a multitude of torque transferring components. Within the first two years, the primary responsibilities of this role are to support the design of Driveline components for all vehicle types, including Electrified Powertrains by: Collaborating with stakeholders, such as suppliers, Purchasing, Toyota manufacturing plants, Vehicle Design groups, and Toyota Japan through: Simultaneous Engineering with potential suppliers, including visits to their manufacturing plant. Issue of Toyota owned drawings and/or supplied parts specifications. Working with Supplier and Vehicle Plants to support trials and ensure a smooth product/vehicle launch. Working with customer facing groups to ensure no issues for customer vehicles. Working with North America Manufacturing Centers and local NA suppliers to improve driveline quality by identifying customer issues, investigating root causes, and implementing counter-measures. Support Toyota by investigating how to make the driveline system while maintaining quality. Reporting to the Driveline Design Manager, the person in this role will support the PDE department's objective to build “World Class Powertrains in North America.”

Requirements

Bachelor of Science of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field of study.
2+ years in automotive design/development.
Demonstrable CAD skills and knowledge of GD&T.
Experience in the detailed design and release of prototype and production component drawings and supplier spec sheets.
Knowledge of typical automotive manufacturing methods (i.e. Aluminum and Iron Castings, Forgings, Machining, Thermoplastics, and Rubber Molding).
Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong knowledge of conventional, hybrid and electrified drivelines.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
Team-oriented thinking and a “can-do” attitude.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related technical fields.
Hands-on experience with driveline/powertrain assemblies.
Detailed knowledge of Transfer Cases, Propeller Shafts, Driveshafts, and Differentials.
Experience with Catia, FEA, Vehicle NVH, and Vehicle Simulations.
A working knowledge of DRBFM.
A working knowledge of Quality Management and Supply Chain Management principles.
Experience working in a multi-cultural environment.
Toyota Business Panel (TBP) through panel.

Responsibilities

Creating validated 3D models, 2D drawings, and supplier spec sheets utilizing the standard design process.
Leading Design Reviews for your responsible parts to show how your design achieves it’s function and targets.
Developing counter-measures to gaps such as cost, mass, durability, strength, and warranty rate based on data and engineering mindset.
Building relationships with key stakeholders (such as vehicle design, TMC driveline design, Supplier Development teams, purchasing, and assembly plants).
Managing NA suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of quality parts in line with the requirements of each Toyota milestone.
Improving PDE’s design process capability to improve quality and on-time delivery.
Benchmarking similar designs to improve our customer experience and cost.
Training in the Toyota Way.

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 (if applicable)