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Engineer - Plant Operations (Open)

AT Toyota North America
Toyota North America

Engineer - Plant Operations (Open)

Lexington, KY

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 diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who we're looking for

Toyota's Environmental and Facilities Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Project Engineer.

This role's primary responsibility is managing construction projects (expansions, renovations, greenfield, etc.) at North American production plants.

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Reporting to the Manager - Facilities Projects 3, the person in this role will support the Environmental and Facilities department's objective to provide project management, construction, and building design. This is to ensure projects are designed and built to quality, cost, schedule, and safety KPIs for North American manufacturing plants.

What you'll be doing

  • Develop criteria (mechanical, electrical, fire protection, civil/structural, etc.) for the design of buildings.
  • Provide technical support to North American Manufacturing plants in building design and construction, including the development and maintenance of building-related standards.
  • Act as subject matter expert for industrial buildings and building related systems as technical support for local facility groups at each site and for submittals during project management.
  • Provide experience in plant planning project management, construction, and building design to ensure projects are designed and built to quality, cost, schedule, and safety KPIs.
  • Mentor engineers, construction coordinators, and other project personnel to increase their skillset in industrial construction.
  • Create customer satisfaction with proper communication and consensus with the customer to support their needs.

What you bring

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in building design and construction
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial buildings and building related systems
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in leadership, mentorship, or management
  • Intermediate level of competency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work up to 20% overtime when required
  • Ability to travel up to 75% (based on project need) when required (US, Canada, and Mexico)
  • This position requires driving. A motor vehicle record that's acceptable by company standards is required for this position

What you may bring

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or Chemical
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License or Registered Architect (RA)
  • Experience in industrial mechanical systems (piping, chilled water, compressed air, etc.)
  • Experience in project management of industrial construction projects with a value of $20M+
  • Experience in industrial power systems (switchgear, power distribution systems, 480VAC and higher)
  • Experience in industrial structural steel systems
  • Experience in large-scale civil installations
  • AutoCAD experience

What we'll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
• Flexible work options based on business needs
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

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Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse 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.

Client-provided location(s): Georgetown, KY 40324, USA
Job ID: Toyota_North_America-1234539784
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
  • Office Life and Perks

    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses