Toyota Motor Europe

Engineer VPE Press

Job ID
2025-5101
Business Area
R&D
Country
BE
City
Brussels (Zaventem)

In a nutshell

Support Toyota’s new models by developing and validating stamping dies and processes, leading trials, solving forming issues, and driving innovation for efficient, reliable mass production.

Company Information

TOYOTA is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global corporation. Founded in 1937. Toyota now sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350.000 people. Based in Brussels, Belgium, and staffed by 2.700 people and more than 60 nationalities, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) handles the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts & accessories, and manages Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.

We are excited to be transforming into a mobility company focusing on bringing even more happiness to our customers through various mobility solutions.

Your team and your responsibilities

Team description

 

The Vehicle Production Engineering (VPE) Division supports the introduction of new vehicle models into Toyota’s European manufacturing plants.
Within VPE, Press Production Engineering leads development activities such as:

  • New vehicle planning
  • Design for manufacture
  • Production line set-up
  • Introduction of press tool and equipment for mass production

This role is based at Toyota’s Zaventem Technical Centre – Brussels

 

Your responsibilities

 

As an Engineer in Stamping PE, you will help shape the future of mobility by preparing new vehicle and production concepts for mass production. In this role, you will:

 

  • Die Face development in CATIA V5 and define & develop stamping processes in line with Toyota Standards.
  • Utilize digital forming simulation tools (e.g. AutoForm, Ansys) to create/optimise processes and predict potential defects.
  • Lead the design review and validation of stamping parts, stamping dies, tools, and press equipment in cooperation with internal teams and external suppliers.
  • Coordinate try-out and production trials, analyse forming results, and implement effective countermeasures for issues such as springback, wrinkling, or cracks.
  • Work closely with Body Engineering, Production, and Quality departments to ensure part feasibility and manufacturability.
  • Support mass production readiness by ensuring process capability and tool reliability.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement (Kaizen) of stamping processes, tool maintenance standards, and production efficiency.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed technical documentation, periodical progress reports.
  • Share technical know-how and provide engineering support across Toyota’s European manufacturing sites.
  • Explore and introduce innovative manufacturing technologies—including digital tools, automation, and virtual reality applications—to improve workflows and support Toyota’s vision of the factory of the future.

 

Your Profile

 

  • The employee is open to international assignments and will join training programs at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkey during the first two years of employment.
  • Proficiency in Catia V5, AutoForm, or equivalent CAD and simulation software is a strong asset.
  • An engineering background (or equivalent experience), ideally with exposure to die manufacturing.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel within the Office 365 environment are preferred.
  • Ability to manage technical data effectively (3D data, drawings, and records).
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of Japanese is a plus.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a multicultural team.
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with curiosity for new technologies and continuous improvement.
  • Openness to short & long time business trips & occasional weekend work at manufacturing plants (outside Belgium) to support key project milestones.

We offer

 

We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

 

Your benefits:

  • Competitive salary package based on your experience, including a bonus plan depending on individual and/or company results;
  • Flexible reward plan that will allow you to personalise part of your reward plan and balance it in line with your priorities by opting for extra insurance, more mobility options (bike lease), extra holidays and more;
  • Meal and eco vouchers;
  • Company car and energy card;
  • Insurance package (medical, life, disability, pension);
  • Extra paid holidays (Toyota days, seniority days…) above the legal holidays. More can be added through our flexible reward package;
  • Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 20 days from abroad);
  • Interesting car lease formulas and discount when buying a Toyota or Lexus;
  • Various company discounts – Exceptional terms and prices on products and services from your favourite brands and retailers;
  • Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
  • Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
  • Team building activities and other personnel related events;
  • Programs to support your physical and social well-being.

A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All our recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength. Together we have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.

If you need any specific consideration for the interview process due to disability or any other reason, please let the recruiter know.

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