Senior Engineer - R&D

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 currently.

Who we're looking for

Toyota's Chassis Design and Platform Development (CDPF) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer interested in developing chassis systems for future vehicles. As a chassis design senior engineer, you will have the opportunity to learn and master various chassis systems - suspension/axle, tire/wheels, shifter, steering systems, brake system and electronic control functions, truck frames and more. Due to the critical nature of our parts/systems, we ensure the balance of Quality, Dependability, Reliability (QDR) with dynamic performance and appeal.

The current position is in a group that is developing chassis components and systems for body on frame vehicles produced in North America. Chassis design is a very broad field, and we provide the ability to learn and contribute to each area as your career progresses.

Reporting to the CDPF EMPF Sr Manager, the person in this role will support CDPF's objective to design and develop chassis components and systems to guarantee performance, safety, and competitiveness.

What you'll be doing

• Take designs from platform concepts, all the way through to Vehicle line off, and beyond to maintain competitiveness and quality
• Learn new skills:
  
  
  • Chassis systems Modeling, and experiencing of results
  • Chassis design considerations
  • New materials and manufacturing methods (chassis uses everything from curing rubber to machining steel, to wiring)
• Develop chassis systems using predictive tools to achieve vehicle dynamic targets and realize the actual performance through component/system/vehicle development
• Develop suspension, frame and other chassis components and systems that achieve our customers' desires for both on and off-road performance
• Apply mechanical strength knowledge to chassis components to achieve strength/durability targets
• Work with our partners - related R&D divisions, plants, suppliers, purchasing & TMC-chassis - to realize those component designs into quality production level parts

• Bachelor's degree (or higher) in an engineering discipline
• Must have experience with platform development, preferably body on frame vehicle
• 6+ years of Industry experience in mechanical part and systems design
• Experience with design and release of drawings

• Experience with CATIA, FEA, and other Vehicle Simulation software
• Experience with design and release of Toyota drawings or RDDPs
• Hands on experience with chassis components (repairing or modifying)
• Experience in root cause analysis and determining effective countermeasures
• Professional knowledge of DRBFM (Design Review Based on Failure Mode)

• 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, child care, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)