Lead automotive manufacturing projects from concept to production. Drive feasibility, equipment delivery, supplier coordination, and start-up in a fast-paced, collaborative, international environment.

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.

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, inline 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

• You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience (min 3 years) within an automotive manufacturing environment, preferebly Assembly (OEM, Tier1,2 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

An attractive and balanced package reflecting your skills, experience, and role scope, within a dynamic and supportive work environment.

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.