Battery Case Weld- Senior Engineer

Overview

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like  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.

Toyota Manufacturing is looking to develop new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility, and values being a member of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values “respect for people” and we are a company with a rich history and an exciting future to pursue your professional dreams. Along with great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment – Toyota Manufacturing has it all.

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.

Toyota’s Battery Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Battery Case Weld Sr. Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead equipment and process development for new model projects through structure evaluation and support of pilot teams. Primary focus in battery case weld and platform assembly of Battery.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the Battery Department's objective to prepare the TMMI Battery Production shops to be successful in achieving launch KPIs for safety, quality, productivity and cost during model changes and new model implementation through strong equipment and processing development.

• Evaluating body design of new models with consideration of reducing safety risk to TMs, improving internal shop quality, manufacturability, and reducing impact to downstream shops, while meeting internal and external KPIs.
• Evaluate equipment design specifications for new models to meet human design standards, deliver repeatable body accuracy, and meet productivity requirements.
• Communicate with multiple internal and external departments within Toyota, as well as machine vendors and contractors. This includes giving regular updates to Manager and above for project status.
• Manage large capital projects working with Production, Maintenance, Internal Logistics, PE & SE, and QE Groups.
• Responsible for coordinating all aspects of projects including budget justification, Ringi development, scheduling, installation, confirmation and final handover to Production.
• Facilitate problem solving activities for process and equipment issues during planning, set-up, and trial phases. Position will be production support after pilot phase.
• Responsible for FSR (Feasibility Study Request) & ECI (Engineering Change Instruction), as well as resolving field issues with investigation and countermeasure activity.

• 4-year degree in engineering-related field and 5 years of equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience reviewing body design and providing feedback to designers on issues found.
• Understanding of body accuracy data, as well as steps to improve/achieve repeatable measurements.
• 3 years of experience in capital budgets, equipment specifications, procurement, design, install and validation.
• Basic understanding of cross-functional collaboration between various groups in Paint, Weld, Assembly and Quality.
• Proficient knowledge in MS Office applications (Excel for data analysis and MS Project/Planner for schedules).
• This position requires weekend work, holiday shutdown work, and confirmation support to allow for smooth restart of production.
• Ability to travel up to 25% both domestically & internationally.
• This position requires driving. A motor vehicle record that’s acceptable by company standards is required for this position.

• Familiarity with C3, Catia, CAD, XVL software.
• Experience leading other engineers or technicians on projects.
• Experience with the Toyota equipment buyoff & kanban system.
• Automated spot-welding experience
• Experience with new technology such as: robot systems, vision systems, or dispense…