Plastics Pilot Engineer

Overview

Who we are

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.
 

Toyota’s Plastics Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Pilot Engineer. The primary responsibility of this role is to lead new product development and successful launch of Plastics components and the equipment and processes that produce them in our manufacturing environment at Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana.

Reporting to the Pilot Manager, the person in this role will support the Plastics department's objective to successfully launch new models in our manufacturing areas on time while meeting all Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost KPI’s defined for the projects.

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

What you’ll be doing

• Lead or support new product data/drawing reviews and collaborate with vehicle design groups and Quality Engineering to ensure seamless processes.

• Tolerancing of assembly parts and process capability studies

• Process layouts and setup for new or modified products

• Equipment/Tooling specification, procurement, and commissioning as required for each project.

• Quality Control Plan development and deployment including training of affected team members.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Technology.

• Individuals must be able to use digital engineering tools (CAD, CAE, FEA, PFMEA, Virtual Simulation, 3D Measurement, etc.) to analyze a product pre-production.

• New Model (Design to SOP = 3 years) [Schedules, specifications, tracking, reporting]

• Interface across multifunctional teams (Contractors / Skilled trades / PE / Quality)

• This position requires excellent project management skills.  

• Proficient with assembly of components and tolerancing

• Excellent computer skills and extensive experience with Microsoft Office products (Intermediate - Excel, Intermediate PowerPoint, Basic Project, etc.)

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%

• Ability to work weekends, holiday shutdowns, and confirmation support for smooth restart of production.

• This position requires driving (Business Travel).  A motor vehicle record that’s acceptable by company standards is required for this position.
   

Added bonus if you have

• Previous experience developing or improving sub-assembly processes.

• Experience with tensor tools and torque management

• Catia / XVL Experience / PolyWorks / FARO

• Experience with Toyota Human Design Standards / Ergo Guidelines

• Injection molding and / or paint application experience

• Experience with new equipment installation from specification creation through commissioning and SOP.

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.

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