Safety and Crash Worthiness Engineer

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 Vehicle Performance Development 1 Department is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Safety and Crash Worthiness Engineer.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing and confirming crash safety performance for Toyota's North American and global market truck platform vehicles. Your contributions will directly support our mission to create safe vehicles for our customers.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, R&D Vehicle Performance Development (VPD), the person in this role will support the VPD department's objective to deliver exceptional customer experiences by ensuring that safety performance meets high-quality standards.

This onsite position is based in Saline, Michigan. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the crash safety performance development of vehicle components and conduct system evaluations.
• Set up and execute component-level and system-level evaluations, including computer simulations (CAE), adhering to established standards. Identify key change points and implement appropriate measurement systems.
• Utilize fundamental engineering principles and physics to develop mechanisms of phenomena. Conduct design reviews to study change points and predict performance trends using engineering calculations and analysis tools.
• Propose effective countermeasures based on thorough root cause analysis, considering potential side effects and fostering cross-functional communication with evaluation teams.
• Prepare and present technical analyses of component performance in a logical manner to achieve consensus within the department. Support the analysis and material preparation for target setting and performance strategy planning.
• Maintain a weekly schedule to track performance and open items, ensuring adherence to internal deadlines.
• Mentor and lead co-op students, fostering their development and integration into the team.
• This position may require driving; an acceptable driving record is necessary.
• Travel up to 20% for both international and domestic assignments.

What You Bring

• Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: 2+ years in automotive engineering or a related field.
• Attributes: Proactive attitude, self-starter, and a willingness to learn and contribute.
• Skills: Strong communication and reporting skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office products, and experience with engineering analysis tools/software.

Added Bonus if you have

• Education: M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience: 2+ years in safety and crash worthiness, experience using CAE to analyze dynamic phenomena, and knowledge of automotive structure development and occupant injuries.
• Technical Skills: Experience with programming/macros and an understanding of basic Toyota Business Practices.

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)

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): Saline, MI

Job ID: Toyota_North_America-793150343

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-13T01:17:55