Toyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global company, founded in 1937. Today, Toyota sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people worldwide.
At Toyota Motor Europe (TME), with our headquarters based in Brussels, Belgium, around 2,700 colleagues from more than 60 nationalities work together across Europe. We are responsible for the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts and accessories, and we support Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.
We are on an exciting journey as we continue to evolve into a mobility company. Our goal is to create even more value and happiness for our customers through a wide range of mobility solutions.

Team description

Within Toyota Motor Europe the Value Chain Accessory Operations Division is responsible for the Planning, Development, Marketing and Sales of genuine Toyota & Lexus accessories for the European market.

Within the Division the Electrical Development team is responsible for development of electronic accessories (anti-theft systems, towing wiring kits, illuminations,  EV charging accessories etc.) in close cooperation with European suppliers.

Your responsibilities 

• Design & development of electrical accessories according to Toyota’s performance, quality and cost targets.
• Coordination of suppliers to achieve on-time development, testing, production & launch of accessories.
• Technical Project Management: define and maintain the development schedule with the supplier and relevant stakeholders to achieve On-Time Availability of accessories at vehicle launch,
• Translate Planning department product requirements into concepts & detailed product specifications.
• Initiate, correct and sign-off products & assembly drawings including relevant production tolerances.
• Carry-out prototype fitting checks and perform Fire Hazard / RQA studies, define wire harness lay-out.
• Initiate & coordinate component testing at supplier / test labs and validate test reports.
• Arrange Design reviews and carry out FMEA / DRBFM’s to assure parts meet Toyota quality standards.
• Lead technical communication with Toyota Japan, clear and transparent reporting to Senior Management.
• Cooperate closely with Purchasing department to manage all product- and project cost targets.
• Secure regulation compliance and collaboration with Homologation department.

• You are fluent in English, TME's business language.
• You hold a Master's degree in Electrical, Electronic or Automotive Engineering and have 1 to 4 years of experience in the development of electrical vehicle components or accessories.
• You have project management skills and enjoy coordinating development activities with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• You combine a strong technical background with an analytical mindset and a helicopter view, allowing you to manage projects in a dynamic environment with short development cycles.
• You are comfortable using MS Office, AI tools and CAD software; experience with CATIA is a plus.
• You are an accurate, well-organized team player with a hands-on and self-starting mentality.
• You take ownership, are proactive and like to bring ideas and solutions to the table.
• You are willing to travel occasionally.

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 opportunities for everyone. Our recruitment decisions are based on everyone’s skills, experience, and the requirements of the role.
We welcome people of all backgrounds, including different nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We believe that our individual experiences and diverse perspectives are a key strength, helping us learn from one another and grow together.
Together, we can make a positive impact and go beyond the ordinary.
If you need any adjustments or specific support during the recruitment or interview process, for any reason, we encourage you to let your recruiter know. We are happy to help create a process that works for you.