Advanced Manufacturing Technology Engineer

About the position

Toyota's Manufacturing Innovation & Transformation (MIT) - Advanced Technology Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Advanced Manufacturing Technology Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and implement innovation activities improving manufacturing competitiveness. Reporting to the MIT Manager, the person in this role will support the Production Engineering Division and SOAR Group's objective to improve manufacturing competitiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from concept to large-scale launch in production by creating schedules, establishing punch lists, and meeting established due dates and milestones.
• Manage project resources, including finances, and allocate resources throughout the project.
• Develop new technology solutions and test them in a manufacturing setting.
• Use strong communication skills to create proposals, negotiate roles and responsibilities, and gain approvals.
• Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specification is met from planning to production usage.
• Follow Toyota's policies and procedures to ensure equipment and process safety.
• Present reports and updates to stakeholders, management, and executives.
• Communicate with stakeholders, keep them informed and engaged, and resolve issues.
• Document the project process and maintain project documentation.
• Collaborate with NAMCs, TMC, TTC, PE support shops, Plano divisions, and Toyota strategic partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in engineering.
• Production Engineering experience.
• Proven experience in development of innovation projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with project management including writing detailed scope of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates.
• Proven use of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) engineering software techniques.
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings.
• Proven experience with JSA and Equipment Kanban process.
• Proven demonstration of installing manufacturing equipment.
• Proven experience with ringi writing and approval.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally as required (~25%).
• Willingness to work overtime (~20%) as required.

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of Toyota Business Process through panel.
• Experience in Robotics, including operation, teaching, maintenance, and safety.
• Experience in construction management.
• Project Management certification.
• Familiarity with SAE/ISO, NFPA/NEC, and UL standards.
• Proven experience with conducting equipment risk assessments.
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting vision systems.

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).