Manufacturing Design Engineer

Toyota • Costa Mesa, CA • 1h ago

Overview

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world's most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We're looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

TRD inspires the hearts and minds of racing fans, Toyota team members, customers, and the driving public. We are dedicated to advancing automotive engineering and maximizing racetrack success. We partner with the finest race teams and drivers who share our passion, and our actions foster an atmosphere of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the most respected and premier motorsports engineering organization in the world.

We are looking for highly motivated and experienced Manufacturing Design Engineer to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

Leads the design of select TRD commercial products from concept to production ready, ensuring design accuracy, end user feasibility, manufacturability, and alignment with customer requirements.

Responsible for designing custom CNC work holding fixtures, post operation assembly fixtures, tooling, and sub-components using CREO.

Create 3D models and assemblies, 2D drawings, and BOMs using CREO

Collaborate with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure design intent and manufacturability.

Apply GD&T and DFM/DFA principles to ensure accuracy and cost-effectiveness.

Conduct design reviews, tolerance stack-ups, and risk assessments.

Lead fixture qualification and verification activities in partnership with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering.

Support the fabrication and assembly teams during build and debug phases.

Work with suppliers to source components and optimize material selection.

Revise designs based on feedback from shop floor, testing, or quality teams.

Provide necessary documentation specifying all necessary information. i.e. assembly procedure, torque values, etc.

Source and request all required hardware and materials.

Required:

BS in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline) or equivalent, Or, Preferred Experience as described below.

Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on mechanical design for automotive components or CNC fixturing.

Demonstrated experience in fixture design, qualification, and verification for machined components.

Direct hands-on experience interacting with machine shop floor activities in a fast, dynamic environment.

Detailed understanding of GD&T to ANSI standards.

Expert on analyzing and interpretation of engineering drawings.

Basic Skills

Fundamental understanding of CAD systems, specifically CREO for the design of components.

General understanding of manufacturing techniques (milling, turning, etc.) for design for manufacturability.

Computer Skills

Extensive use of CAD systems, specifically CREO.

Working knowledge of internet, email, MS office products such as Excel, Word, Visio.

Preferred Experience

Experience in the automotive industry as a Design Engineer with demonstrated capability of taking designs from initial concept to production ready.

Extensive experience with CAD software, specifically CREO.

Experience in CNC work holding techniques, not limited to manual and hydraulic clamping.

Communication skills required consist of the ability to convey necessary information and instruction to shop floor personnel as well as the ability to write reports to managers and peers.

Computer skills required consist of the ability to use the internet and email system, proficiency with MS office (i.e. Word, Excel).

Demonstrated experience, with examples, of prior process improvements and resulting savings (cycle time, capital investment, etc.).

Standard Benefits:

Comprehensive health care & wellness plans

Paid holidays and paid time off

Vehicle Purchase and Lease programs

Tuition assistance

Retirement Plans: 401k and Toyota Retirement Contribution

The annual base salary range for this position is $97,400.00 - $158,200.00.

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com .

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