Senior Engineer - Battery Production Engineering

Toyota Motor North America

Liberty, NC

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SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Battery Engineering, Business Practices, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Delivery Management, Engineering Software, Equipment Specification, Healthcare, Identify Issues, Japanese Language, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Mentoring, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Learning, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procurement Specifications, Project Planning, Project Tracking, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Research & Development (R&D), Root Cause Analysis, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Toyota Production System (TPS), Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Liberty, NC

POSTED

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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 Production Engineering (PE)-Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME) Battery Cell Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer to join our Ryohin Joken (Conditions for Good Process and Product) advancement and problem-solving group.

Reporting to Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the PE-BME Battery Cell Department's mission to deliver engineering solutions for rapid competitiveness improvements through safety first, people development, and customer focus.

The primary responsibility of this role is leading planning and problem-solving efforts in pre-production trial activity. Utilizing and improving systems and procedures for efficient and effective issue identification, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and reoccurrence prevention / kaizen to subsequent activity and projects.

This role will also contribute to the success of developing organization's capabilities through advancement and application of Ryohin Joken knowledge and skill.

What you'll be doing

Leader of cross-functional team collaborating with equipment
Engage and resolve material, product, and process issues both internal and external
Create and implement working/trial plan for confirmation and problem-solving activity using Toyota Business Practice methods (TBP) or equivalent Lean practices
Create detail technical and summary reports for organizational learning and development
Input to process and equipment plan/specification for kaizen and issue reoccurrence prevention
Use and advancement of systems and procedure for problem solving and learning capture
Individual activity management, status visualization/reporting, and incremental reflection
Lead internal and external partner relationships aligning to team objectives, development, and support
Activity related to PE-BME Department-level Hoshin/ overall direction for organizational advancement
Individual support for standardization and kaizen (continuous improvement) of Department systems and processes
Mentor and Teach other members in the team on battery knowledge, trial planning and execution, data analysis and Toyota principles if applicable
Drive own individual development, seek feedback, and monitor progress

What you bring

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or similar technical field or 7+ years of equivalent Engineering role experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in manufacturing production preparation role and schedule/deliverable management including stages of project plan, process/equipment plan, specification and procurement, installation and trial
Experience in battery cell product, processes/equipment, and/or trial activity
Experience coordinating with varied functions in large corporate organization, including production engineering, manufacturing, research and development, and Quality, or similar, and reporting out to senior leadership level
Experience in interpreting and applying product/process specification, drawing and data, etc. including introduction of new materials and change point management and confirmation
Ability for weekend and shutdown work, overtime up to 25%, and travel (domestic and international) up to 15%

Added bonus if you have

Experience in application of Toyota Production System
Experience in product x process/equipment simultaneous engineering for new model
Documented problem-solving certification or activity such as Toyota Business Practice (TBP), Fault Tree Analysis, or similar
Experience in manufacturing plant production operations role
Experience in data analytics tools and methods
Experience in digital engineering software tools and procedures, including the ability to read, interpret and modify model data
Japanese language proficiency including verbal and written

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
Vehicle purchase & lease programs
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

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.

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Toyota Motor North America

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