Engineer - Production Engineering

Toyota North America•Georgetown, KY

8d•Onsite

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 This position is based out of PEMC in Georgetown, KY or TMMK in Georgetown, KY Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Production Engineering Powertrain Planning Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Planning Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to support line planning of Powertrain projects from feasibility study through project authorization and equipment procurement, support Powertrain line process/equipment development & validation. The person in this role will support the Production Engineering – Powertrain Planning department's objective to achieve world class competitiveness in manufacturing through regional production planning and investment efficiency. What you’ll be doing Develop and plan North American Powertrain manufacturing lines in the early project planning phase, which includes activities such as product simultaneous engineering, equipment/process planning, layout planning, project investment estimations, etc. Investment and Feasibility studies based on requests issued to Powertrain Planning from External Division/Department. Collaborate across multiple groups / organizations within Toyota to set and gain agreement on project / trial initiatives and obtain resource support. Be responsible for the core planning outputs of operation drawing, tool layout drawing, quality assurance documentation, equipment specification, line layout, and material and information flow by project authorization approval. Define, visualize, manage, and report activity plan and schedule of responsible area. Support mapping out current job way with JKK to identify gaps for future improvement Develop / improve planning standard tools and benchmarks for estimation process Develop / sustain project management and visualization standards for the department Flexibility to domestic & overseas business travel and support weekends and shutdown work (such as July and December manufacturing shutdown). What you bring Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical degree or 5+ years related professional experience in automotive powertrain manufacturing At least 2 years of experience in automotive model change projects including vendor management, budget management and schedule management At least 2 years of experience with production engineering Project Planning Experience with investment estimation studies Added bonus if you have At least 2 years of Toyota experience At least 2 years of experience in Engine and/or Transmission machining, casting, assembly At least 2 years of experience in other Unit areas outside of Engine/Transmission such as Axle and/or Instrumentation At least 2 years of experience in equipment design, build, and set-up procedure At least 2 years of experience in process (jig, tooling, gauge) design At least 2 years of experience in equipment/process simultaneous development and validation for new model introduction At least 2 years of experience in product simultaneous development for new model introduction At least 2 years of experience in digital engineering tools and procedures, such as CREO or experience in reporting tools, such as Power BI Completion of JKK TBP Completion through Panel 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) 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. 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. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected]. At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical degree or 5+ years related professional experience in automotive powertrain manufacturing
At least 2 years of experience in automotive model change projects including vendor management, budget management and schedule management
At least 2 years of experience with production engineering
Project Planning
Experience with investment estimation studies

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of Toyota experience
At least 2 years of experience in Engine and/or Transmission machining, casting, assembly
At least 2 years of experience in other Unit areas outside of Engine/Transmission such as Axle and/or Instrumentation
At least 2 years of experience in equipment design, build, and set-up procedure
At least 2 years of experience in process (jig, tooling, gauge) design
At least 2 years of experience in equipment/process simultaneous development and validation for new model introduction
At least 2 years of experience in product simultaneous development for new model introduction
At least 2 years of experience in digital engineering tools and procedures, such as CREO or experience in reporting tools, such as Power BI
Completion of JKK TBP Completion through Panel

Responsibilities

Develop and plan North American Powertrain manufacturing lines in the early project planning phase, which includes activities such as product simultaneous engineering, equipment/process planning, layout planning, project investment estimations, etc.
Investment and Feasibility studies based on requests issued to Powertrain Planning from External Division/Department.
Collaborate across multiple groups / organizations within Toyota to set and gain agreement on project / trial initiatives and obtain resource support.
Be responsible for the core planning outputs of operation drawing, tool layout drawing, quality assurance documentation, equipment specification, line layout, and material and information flow by project authorization approval.
Define, visualize, manage, and report activity plan and schedule of responsible area.
Support mapping out current job way with JKK to identify gaps for future improvement
Develop / improve planning standard tools and benchmarks for estimation process
Develop / sustain project management and visualization standards for the department
Flexibility to domestic & overseas business travel and support weekends and shutdown work (such as July and December manufacturing shutdown).

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)