Safety Engineer

Toyota North America•Georgetown, KY

13d

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 Safety Department is looking for a passionate and motivated Safety Engineer 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. What you’ll be doing 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 What you bring 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 Added bonus if you have 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 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 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)