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Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Production Engineering – Battery Manufacturing Engineering department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Sr Engineer to work in the Battery Cell Planning group.
The primary responsibility of this position is to investigate/study, propose, implement changes to the TBMNC site, manufacturing lines and equipment to support battery line introduction as well as battery product life cycle changes and or new introductions.
This position will be located at PEMC in Georgetown, Kentucky and report to the Engineering Manager for Battery Cell Planning.
What you’ll be doing
Develop process plans for battery production lines within the Battery Manufacturing Engineering group with direct support from Manager
Develop building layout concepts, manufacturing line concepts
Utilize enterprise strategy data to develop manufacturing lines based on volumes and product battery types required to meet vehicle SOP dates.
Directly support other engineers or technicians through mentorship
Lead the schedule planning, cost planning, budget creation, machine specification, building layout and process development to support the launch of battery lines.
Drive innovation through benchmark and study of trends in the Battery Industry
Participate in cross functional working groups across the local facility and corporate departments to achieve project goals
Develop and nemawashi standardization methods and roll out initiatives via Strategy & Shikumi documents
Engage in technical discussions and RJ development activities for battery
Take initiative to grow your knowledge of battery cell and module and all associated processes
Gather and Develop necessary data & information in order to meet permit application requirements for building & environmental teams
Work closely with implementation teams to continuously reflect on methods, process, and equipment in order to improve planning, product, and layout for future lines
Participate in a mentor program to grow as an engineer and learn from others within the department
Engage in travel (or dispatch) to U.S., Canada and/or Mexico NAMCs (North American Manufacturing Centers) and suppliers, as well as foreign travel including Japan, Canada, Mexico.
What you bring
Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or similar technical field or 10+ years of equivalent experience in manufacturing
Experience in Production Preparation or Manufacturing with experience in execution of capital projects, preferably from initial planning to start of production.
Experience in creating and implementing processes in a manufacturing
Experience managing large capital projects over $2M, including creating and maintaining schedules, as well as tracking milestones from project creation to completion.
Understanding of GD&T (Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerance) & ability to read and interpret 2D drawings
Strong knowledge of equipment utilities and experience from planning to implementation in the field
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
Ability for business travel, both domestic and international, up to 25%
Ability to work weekend and shutdown work (such as July and December holidays) as needed
Added bonus if you have
Advanced degree, such as MS in Engineering or an MBA
Toyota Production Engineering experience
AutoCAD, or similar 2D drafting software experience
Green field experience/Brown field experience
MIFC (Material and Information Flow Chart) experience and part lead time mapping
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) experience, including the ability to investigate and troubleshoot
Experience and/or exposure to battery manufacturing process
TBP(Toyota Business Process) completion through Panel
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
Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
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)
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