Body Design Engineer Graduate

In a nutshell

Shape the future of Toyota interiors by turning creative concepts into safe, high-quality, production-ready designs for next-generation European vehicles

Company Information

Toyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global company, founded in 1937. Today, Toyota sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people worldwide.At Toyota Motor Europe (TME), with our headquarters based in Brussels, Belgium, around 2,700 colleagues from more than 60 nationalities work together across Europe. We are responsible for the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts and accessories, and we support Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.We are on an exciting journey as we continue to evolve into a mobility company. Our goal is to create even more value and happiness for our customers through a wide range of mobility solutions.

Your team and your responsibilities

Toyota Motor Europe R&D Centre is responsible for:

•  Developing vehicles and making concept proposal for EU core  models .
•  Reflecting EU technology to Toyota Vehicles timely by utilizing location advantage and strong network with EU partners.

Body Division Interior design Engineering  is responsible for Planning &  Design of Upper Body parts for European Vehicles from concept phase to serial production.

Your responsibilities

• Design and development of interior Trim, Instrument panel, Seat and  Seatbelts into vehicle projects, while achieving performance, quality and cost target

•  Investigate style feasibility and co-operate with Styling department in order to secure feasibility.
• Creation of 3D CAD model and production drawing.
• Co-operate with suppliers and Toyota production engineering department to secure production feasibility of parts.
• Secure regulation compliance and collaborate with Homologation department.

• Support plant production and quality engineers to solve the concerns raised during production trials.

Want to know more about how it is to work at Toyota? Check-out Working at Toyota Motor Europe Or Meet the people working at Toyota Motor Europe

Your Profile

For TME Graduate positions we are targeting recent University Graduates (less than 18 months of experience excluding internships)

• You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• You have  good feeling with interior quality and materials.
• You have a degree in Engineering or Industrial design.
• You are available to travel for business.

We offer

We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

Your benefits:

• Permanent contract and a structured 18-month Graduate Development Programme
• Competitive salary package based on your experience, including a bonus plan depending on individual and/or company results;
• Flexible reward plan that will allow you to personalise part of your reward plan and balance it in line with your priorities by opting for extra insurance, more mobility options (bike lease), extra holidays and more;
• Meal and eco vouchers;
• Insurance package (medical, life, disability, pension);
• Extra paid holidays (Toyota days, seniority days…) above the legal holidays. More can be added through our flexible reward package;
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 20 days from abroad);
• Interesting car lease formulas and discount when buying a Toyota or Lexus;
• Various company discounts – Exceptional terms and prices on products and services from your favourite brands and retailers;
• Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
• Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
• Team building activities and other personnel related events;
• Programs to support your physical and social well-being.

A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone. Our recruitment decisions are based on everyone’s skills, experience, and the requirements of the role.We welcome people of all backgrounds, including different nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We believe that our individual experiences and diverse perspectives are a key strength, helping us learn from one another and grow together.Together, we can make a positive impact and go beyond the ordinary.If you need any adjustments or specific support during the recruitment or interview process, for any reason, we encourage you to let your recruiter know. We are happy to help create a process that works for you.