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 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 we’re looking for

Toyota’s Stamping Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Planning Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to identify project challenges specific to a new model introduction and develop Stamping PE strategy to achieve project KPIs given those unique challenges.

Reporting to the Planning Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support the Stamping Engineering Department's objective to procure high-quality, low-cost stamping dies to support Toyota’s strategy of building dies in North America as part of global die manufacturing capacity.

What you’ll be doing

Lead and Coordinate Stamping shop input on equipment and tooling investment for new model projects at all NAMC’s.

Develop ringi strategy to secure approval for project spending.

Communicate and negotiate Make vs Buy to ensure the best possible regional line load.

Participate in Master Schedule development and develop QBI plan with stakeholders.

Coordinate strategy for die making R&R between TMC, Die Mfg., and vendors.

Coordinate material strategy for new model development including trial material for goshi phase.

Report status to management w/ proactive risk identification during the planning phase.

Lead project meetings and report outs to stakeholders during planning phase.

Follow project through SOP to confirm and reflect on strategy.

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Engineering or 3 to 5 years of equivalent related work experience.

Project management experience

Experience with project cost estimation planning

Willingness to travel up to 25% to locations other than Kentucky (including international travel)

Ability to work up to 25% overtime to meet business needs

Added bonus if you have

Stamping (die structure/function) experience 

Experience with Toyota Ringi process

Experience with material sourcing as it relates to new model development. 

Experience with communication skills presenting up to senior management and up.

Experience with MES or ERP systems

Experience working with vendors and/or suppliers

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.

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