Automation Engineer Technician Lead (Seibi)

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 Battery department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Seibi Lead Technician to work in the Battery group.

The primary responsibility of this position is to execute as the North American machine set up personnel (SV), increase Operation Availability (OA) through continuous improvement and problem-solving technical issues.

What you'll be doing

• Participate in project planning for Seibi with PE
• Make detailed Seibi schedules that align to PE master schedule for project work
• Directly supporting Technicians through a mentorship pertaining to Seibi activity
• Support technical development of team and other cross functional groups
• Develop & manage denwacho for commissioning process
• Provide written and verbal project status reports to management and other groups
• Recognize Seibi member struggles and implement countermeasures
• Lead effective communication with Mgr. and Seibi members that require solutions
• Evaluate Seibi task for safety using JSA's and implement risk mitigation plan
• Perform "hands-on" Seibi tasks alongside T/M's as needed to complete work objectives
• Positive attitude with proven results on a cross functional team

What you bring

• Technical associate's degree or higher or equivalent field experience
• Experience with complex manufacturing equipment such as component assembly machines, robots, high volume processing machines
• Experienced technical problem solving and implementation
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Proficient with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Experience teaching technical subject matter in classroom and/or on the job training
• PLC programming experience including the ability to read, interpret, modify and set up communications
• Ability to support weekends, off shift, and holidays as needed
• Ability to work the two shutdown times of the year in July and December
• Ability for business travel, both domestic and international will be up to 30%

Added bonus if you have

• Associate's degree
• Machine Safety Fundamental Course completion (TUV or similar)
• Toyopuc PLC Programming experience
• Mitsubishi PLC Programming Experience
• Working experience with Microsoft Power BI
• Experience gathering and analyzing quality data
• Experience presenting and reporting out to Management and Executives
• Experience with Production Processes including Standardized Work (STW) and Job Instruction Sheets (JIS)
• New model launch experience
• TBP Panel Completion

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 talent.acquisition@toyota.com.

Client-provided location(s): Randleman, NC

Job ID: Toyota_North_America-2133354179

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-06-03T18:59:06