Engineer - Body Design (Seat)

Toyota North America

4.2

(18)

Saline, MI

Why you should apply for a job to Toyota North America:

  • 4.2/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 69% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Women Influencing and Impacting Toyota (WIIT) employee resource group, with 14 chapters across North America,
  • SuccessShare, a sponsorship program designed to prepare the next generation of women leaders at Toyota.
  • Toyota paid maternity leave provides up to six to eight weeks of 100% paid leave, depending on method of delivery.
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    Position summary

    lity system, supporting the development of innovative vehicle seating solutions from concept to production.

    Reporting to the Sr. Manager, the person in this role will support the SEAM Department's mission to deliver high-quality, safe, and forward-thinking seating systems that enhance the mobility experience for Toyota customers.

    What You'll Be Doing

    As an Engineer in SEAM, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of vehicle seating systems. You'll collaborate across divisions, lead component development, and drive innovation from early concept through production and beyond.

    • Lead the development of seat and seat belt components from concept through production using Toyota's development methodologies

    • Execute or oversee CAD design work, collaborating with Supplier Engineers and CAD modelers

    • Manage project risks and ensure targets for schedule, performance, cost, and quality are met

    • Participate in cross-functional decision-making teams to align on technical direction

    • Identify and address gaps in current design processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

    What You Bring

    We're looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of meaningful engineering challenges.

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering that provides a strong foundation in mechanical systems

    • 1+ years of engineering design experience with seat systems or comparable assemblies (including co-op experience)

    • Hands-on experience with CAD systems

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    • Willingness and ability to travel to suppliers and North American manufacturing centers (NAMC)( up to 15%)

    • Ability to work up to 20% overtime as needed

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with suppliers, affiliates, and Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan

    Added Bonus If You Have

    These qualifications will help you accelerate success and make an even greater impact.

    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

    • 5+ years of engineering design or manufacturing experience with seat or equivalent systems

    • 2+ years of experience using Catia V5

    • 2+ years of project management experience

    • Formal project management training or certification

    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] .

    Why you should apply for a job to Toyota North America:

  • 4.2/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.3/5 in supportive management
  • 83% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 69% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Women Influencing and Impacting Toyota (WIIT) employee resource group, with 14 chapters across North America,
  • SuccessShare, a sponsorship program designed to prepare the next generation of women leaders at Toyota.
  • Toyota paid maternity leave provides up to six to eight weeks of 100% paid leave, depending on method of delivery.