Engineering Manager - Battery

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 diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who We’re Looking For

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) Battery Production Engineering (PE) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineering Manager.

This position is located at Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina (TBMNC) and reports to a TMNA Battery PE Senior Engineering Manager.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead a Production Engineering capital project team responsible for specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and pre-production trials of battery manufacturing equipment for a specific operation area, i.e. electrode, cell assembly, electrolyte fill, formation or module.
• Take accountability for achieving project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria pertaining to safety, quality, sustainability, schedule, budget and compliance.
• Develop and deliver equipment that is ever-more simple, easy-to-use and trouble-free.
• Empower team members with challenging assignments and opportunities to grow.
• Model the Toyota Way and coach problem solving using Toyota Business Practice.
• Engage with customers and stakeholders to promote collaboration and alignment.
• Continuously improve business processes and procedures.
  
  

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering or similar technical degree
• Experience performing specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and/or pre-production trials of automotive battery manufacturing equipment
• Experience in a role relevant to the design and/or manufacture of battery cells in one or more of the following:
• Materials science, electrochemistry, or chemistry
• Battery cell teardown and characterization
• Integrated problem-solving using data from machine sensors, quality control software, and diagnostic tools
• Process hazard analysis, failure prevention, and environmental health and safety
• Experience in the research and development of battery cells for electrified vehicle drivetrains
• Experience managing automotive new model launch projects including schedule control, budget discipline and cross-functional coordination
• Experience in a lead role for a job site during construction and/or retrofit of industrial machinery, including construction safety incident prevention
• Experience in the development, specification, procurement, installation, commissioning, and/or operations in the one or more of the following processes specifically intended for the manufacture of batteries for electrified vehicle drivetrains
• Slurry mixing
• Coating/drying
• Solvent recovery
• Calendering
• Slitting or notching
• Winding or web management
• Laser or ultrasonic welding
• Vacuum drying
• Electrolyte injection
• Formation and/or aging
• Module and/or Pack Assembly
• Experience preparing and presenting professional technical reports to an executive audience
• Ability to work off-shift, weekend and shutdown work as needed, including business travel, both domestic and international, up to 25%
• Experience in a management role with responsibility for direct reports or as a Toyota sub-lead role
  
  

Added Bonus if you have

• Advanced degree (above a Bachelor’s)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience with lithium-ion battery product lifecycle management
  
  

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)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
  
  

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Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse 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.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.