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 diverse, 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 Internal Logistics Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Senior Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead Internal Logistics Engineering projects and work with cross-functional groups. 

Reporting to the Internal Logistics Manager, the person in this role will support the Internal Logistics Engineering department's objective to optimize the Toyota North America supply chain by balancing the requirements of external logistics and Production Engineering planning and manufacturing groups to develop the most efficient/automated internal delivery process

What you’ll be doing

• Lead cross functional internal logistics projects, while working with Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (TMNA) Engineering groups and North American Manufacturing Companies (NAMC) departments to trouble shoot and create automation for the material flow of the future Toyota 360 plant.
• Lead cross functional Internal Logistics New Automation Model Projects from Design Phase to SOP
• Lead Multiple NAMC Shop Projects with a Team of ILE Engineers
• Challenge and break down the ideal situation and current systems in pursuit of establishing the optimal business process to improve supply chain performance using efficient problem solving and countermeasure development.
• Develop and execute strategy to communize and consolidate supply chain data / KPI reflecting internal delivery, routing and returns handling performance to facilitate daily process management and problem solving.
• Collaborate directly with NAMC departments and Pilot Engineers to confirm process requirements, tool development and system compliance requirements. 

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent Total Supply Chain/ Equipment professional work experience
• AutoCAD Layout Design experience
• Experience in Supply Chain and / or Logistics automation
• Experience with NAMC Major Model Change, New Plant SOP, or Automation/programming lead
• Experience in leading team through plant start up.
• Material Handling or programming experience in manufacturing environment
• Microsoft Excel Experience
• Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically and internationally
• New Model Launch Experience (SE activity)

What you may bring

• TPS Training – STW Kaizen Leader Training, Jishuken Lead Experience
• Maintenance experience
• Project Management Experience
• Equipment Development

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
• Flexible work options based on business needs
• 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, child care, schools and more
• Flexible spending accounts
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse 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. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. 

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 or need assistance with your application? Please send an email to [email protected].