Design and develop high-performance, cost-effective brake and chassis systems for Toyota vehicles in Europe. Collaborate with suppliers and global teams, benchmark technologies, and drive continuous improvement for quality.

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

Chassis Engineering Division’s responsibility is :

1) Development of Chassis parts (Brake, Steering, Suspension, Tyre, Shift, Pedals, …) to achieve the highest driving performance and quality at the competitive price.

2) Local development of Chassis parts for vehicles built in Toyota’s European assembly plants.

This activity is done in close cooperation with local suppliers and Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan.

3) Investigation of new European technologies

We are inspired by the Toyota Way precepts and we challenge to provide final customers with best quality products with the continuous improvement mindset.

Your responsibilities

Your responsibilities

The main expectation from a candidate in this area is to successfully complete Brake system and parts development. Below are examples of typical responsibilities:

• Brake system and parts design to achieve target performance
• Develop brake components to secure project milestones
• Reflect brake evaluation result into brake system design
• Coordinate development activities with brake evaluation team
• Lead development with related divisions in Toyota
  • (e.g. R&D, quality, plant, purchasing)
• Cooperate with suppliers to complete development tasks
• Pursue cost reduction activities with suppliers and purchasing support
• Scout, evaluate and propose new technologies of brake system and parts
• Proactive benchmarking activities for brake system performance
• Review brake performance seeking further improvement for end customer

1. Education Level:

Master in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

2. Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in design & development of complex mechanical parts is required.
• Brake component knowledge is an asset

3. Technical Skills/Expertise/Knowledge:

•  Project management
•  Analytical approach and Problem-solving
•  Knowledge of the general vehicle design
•  Knowledge and experience with FMEA is an asset
•  Cost and quality conscious mind
•  Good knowledge of office IT tools

4. Behavioural Skills / Key Competencies

•  Excellent communication skills (both verbal & written)
•  Teamplayer
•  Pro-active and persistent
•  Self confident
•  Proceed job with own initiative
•  Motivated to learn Toyota Production System and development way
•  At ease with Japanese culture and respectful of cultural differences

5. Other Skills (Languages, IT,…)

• Fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• Japanese is an asset
• Experience with CATIA v5 and FEM analysis are an asset
• Experience with Matlab is an asset

6. Practical information:

•  Willing to travel up to 20% of time

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;
• 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.

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.