Senior Engineer - Electronic Applications 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.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Integrated Vehicle Systems (IVS) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Electronics Applications Engineer to join us in creating the future of mobility as we develop next-generation vehicle Electronics systems. Reporting to the Senior Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to develop Electronics-related components for vehicle specific applications.

What you’ll be doing

• Plan structure of parts and systems through target setting, packaging, electrical interface definition, parameter setting, and style feasibility.

• Measured/accountable for following department processes, meeting deadlines, and error-free output for parts development of the group (E.g., Parts Lists, Wire Specifications, Part Specifications.).

• For specified vehicle projects, responsible for identifying and developing products through project related milestones in cooperation with related groups.

• Measured/accountable for the development of electronic parts within concurrent minor and major changes.

• Taking extra initiative to improve group operations such as processes, visualization of project health, and other initiatives to increase quality of group output.

• Improving the customer experience by innovation.  Continually gaining knowledge of parts, competitors and customers and transforming them into innovative proposals, designs or developments.  Benchmark competitor vehicles, consumer electronics, and other related technologies then derive next-generation parts/system proposals to improve user experience, cost, mass, and performance. 

• Create and maintain part development schedule through to SOP (Start of Production).  Conduct schedule negotiations within Electronics Systems department and suppliers.  Assess and develop risk management activities to maintain project targets; i.e., performance, cost, mass, quality, user experience.  Make proposals and recommendations to recover.

• Participate in evaluation and manufacturing activities at the event location - both domestic and international.

• Communicate between various Toyota Design Center's Engineering Staff.  Facilitate regular communication with Toyota Japan counterparts.

• Support and develop TMNA’s growth and responsibility in developing electrical systems.

• Working with local development engineers and electronics development engineers in Japan for application of Cockpit Electronics for future vehicles.

• Lead creation of performance and functional specifications for Cockpit Electronics.

• Work with local customers and local Toyota engineers to solve issues/bug fix’s and conduct joint testing.

• Mentor junior level engineers for the development of electrical systems.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, computer science, computer engineering, robotics engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent. 

• More than 6 years of experience leading or collaborating on development of electronic systems, from concept through production.

• Proven ability to manage mid/large scale projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to reach project milestones with on-time high quality output.

• An Open mind with willingness to learn new systems and processes.

• MS office tool skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

• Experience with basic architecture and sharing of system functions on Vehicle ECU, CAN, CAN-FD in-vehicle communication.

• Experience with development quality tools; DFMEA, DRBFM, FTA, etc.

• Good time management and task prioritization skills. 

• Clear and concise presentation skills, both written and oral. 

• Willingness to work overtime, when necessary, up to 10% of the time.

• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally up to 5% of the time.

Added bonus if you have  

• Master of Science degree in a related engineering or computer science field.

• Fundamental circuitry knowledge.

• Experience using CATIA or similar systems.

• 2+ years Smart Key & Digital Key vehicle application experience.

• Fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity in cockpit ECU development.

• Vehicle or test bench evaluation planning.

• Experienced collaboration with global counterparts.

• Completion of TBP.

What we’ll 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.

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