Assembly Engineer: Vehicle Production Engineering

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Team/division description

The Vehicle Production Assembly Engineering function is responsible for new vehicle related equipment introductions. They hold responsibility for the full process cycle, from initial feasibility study by simultaneous engineering, through equipment concepts, specifications, procurement, installation and commissioning activity to final trial confirmation and handover to mass production

Your responsibilities

You will contribute to the realisation of Toyota Motor Europe’s vehicles & mobility projects by delivering the Assembly production lines of the future. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities including:

  • Project planning and management, mainly development of production equipment specifications, through to implementation and handover
  • Production feasibility and layout studies, investment planning and budget management
  • Gain consensus of proposals and concepts with fact-based decision making through stakeholder collaboration.
  • Specify equipment based on vehicle, plant and production requirements, in line with local regulations, and Toyota Machinery standards
  • Equipment sourcing, supplier management, buy off, installation and commissioning, ensuring safety, quality and productivity requirements throughout all phases
  • Progress monitoring and reporting to relevant business entities
  • Local trial co-ordination, on line production performance evaluation with collection and analysis of data, followed by subsequent reporting thereof.
  • Commissioning and problem-solving during trial phases and start of production support
  • Develop and improve existing systems, procedures and incorporation of new technology, to enhance overall operational efficiency
  • Your Profile

  • The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 3 years experience within an automotive manufacturing environment, preferebly assembly (OEM, Tier 1,2 levels etc) with a strong mechanical / electrical engineering background
  • The ability to provide effective communication at all levels and across function groups with the ability to work with a minimum of supervision
  • The successful candidate will embrace the mandatory requirement to travel and work in other engineering branch offices within Europe according to project / business need, including occasional weekends as required
  • Can demonstrate creative thinking to solve complex issues / problems
  • The ability to work within an effective team or individually
  • Can use 2D and 3D CAD software, such as AutoCAD, Catia V5
  • Proficient in MS Office applications
  • You are fluent in English (native or C2 level)
  • We offer

    Toyota offers a dynamic and stimulating multicultural work environment in which ability and quality play an important role. Enhancing personal growth and a real opportunity to invest in your future through on the job development and training. Where your effort, dedication and initiative are rewarded by a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

    A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

    Location:
    Derby
    Job Type:
    FullTime