Senior Engineer R&D
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Job Description
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 worlds 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. Were 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 were looking for
Toyotas Cost Innovation Group within the Business Planning and Innovation Department is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Senior Engineer.
The primary responsibility is to collaborate with Design Program Management Purchasing A&F and other stakeholders to achieve cost planning targets and milestones. This role requires an engineer with good negotiation leadership interpersonal and communication skills. Must be detail-oriented and highly organized to manage many parts across multiple projects.
Reporting to the Sr. Manager the person in this role will lead the Cost Innovation groups objective to increase profitability by meeting cost planning targets throughout development and model life management. In this role you must be able to understand Toyotas Cost Planning methodology and develop relationships across multiple Toyota divisions.
What youll be doing
The primary responsibility of this role is to manage Design Department and Part Cost Planning activities to support the Cost Innovation Groups objective of achieving vehicle profitability.
Lead part cost planning and strategy development managing and reporting design costs to the Chief Engineer and members of Senior Management.
Expert in design part cost structure and cost drivers of parts across multiple design departments with experience in industry best practices for part cost estimation.
Generate and propose cost reduction ideas (VE/VA) conduct feasibility analysis to meet cost targets and support implementation with related groups.
Coach Design team members in part cost estimation and reduction strategies.
Develop and maintain training and estimation material for stakeholders.
Propose and implement process improvement/kaizens including status reports to Senior management.
Lead smaller scale cost planning projects and special assignments.
What you bring
Bachelor of Science (or higher) degree in Engineering.
8 years of industry experience.
Proven ability to effectively communicate with various departments and job levels including TMC.
Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
Ability to work independently to plan execute and monitor project schedules to meet Cost Planning milestones.
Experience developing operational procedures and/or maintaining current procedures.
Clear and concise presentation skills both written and oral.
Added bonus if you have
Design and cost experience preferred
Experience with Toyota systems (SMS SMS-BR WARP PIT CENT$ PAS)
Working knowledge of Microsoft Power BI
Advanced Excel experience
TBP Panel completion
3 or more years ofToyota experience
What well bring
During your interview process our team will provide you with 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)
Relocation assistance (if applicable)
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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
