Toyota Senior Engineering Manager – Manufacturing

Costa Mesa, California, 92626

Toyota Racing Development 

Who We Are:

Collaborative. Respectful. A realm for dreaming and doing. These words encapsulate life at Toyota. As one of the globe’s most revered brands, Toyota pioneers the future of mobility with innovative, top-tier solutions aimed at enriching lives and delighting our clientele. We seek diverse, talented individuals eager to Dream, Do, and Grow with us.

Please note that Toyota does not currently offer sponsorship for employment-based visas or other work authorizations for this position.

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) ignites the passion of racing enthusiasts, Toyota team members, customers, and the wider driving community. We are committed to propelling automotive engineering forward and maximizing success on the racetrack. Partnering with elite race teams and drivers who share our fervor, we foster an environment of excellence. In our pursuit of becoming the world’s most esteemed and premier motorsports engineering organization, we seek highly motivated candidates for available positions.

Who We’re Looking For:

TRD seeks a highly motivated and experienced Senior Engineering Manager, Manufacturing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

– Leading and managing TRD’s manufacturing operation, including equipment evaluation/selection, ROI calculation, process and automation development, optimization, facility needs, and personnel planning, reporting to the Executive Operations Director.

– Providing direct oversight, leadership, strategic vision, and accountability for TRD’s manufacturing operation. Leaders/management for Manufacture Engineering, Production Control, and Quality departments report to this position.

– Leading, managing, and growing three teams using a “see, touch, feel” philosophy to provide strategic vision alongside oversight of short-term goals and key performance metrics.

– Overseeing TRD’s Manufacture Engineering group responsible for complete process definition for TRD’s manufactured components.

– Overseeing TRD’s Production Control group responsible for low volume, high precision, short lead time race engine components, as well as mass production commercial components produced to challenging race and plant production schedules and cost targets.

– Overseeing our production operation to achieve >/=80% OEE across 18+ high precision/high volume, 5-axis CNC machines to meet internal and external customer demand.

– Coordinating, engaging, and supporting other TRD departments including Planning/Purchasing, Design Engineering, Race Engine Build, and Commercial Assembly.

– Supporting through interaction with multiple suppliers and commercial partners, responsible for investigation and generation of business cases for future capital purchases.

– Hiring, training, and mentoring engineers and support staff to work to their full potential, maintaining department quality and performance metrics, writing performance reviews, and solving departmental issues.

What You’ll Bring:

– Degree in Engineering Management (Masters is a plus).

– Experience managing within an OEE measured environment, with a metrics and data-driven mindset.

– 5 or more years’ experience working in a high precision, high profile, automated, 5-axis CNC environment.

– Advanced experience in complex, tight tolerance, 5-axis high-speed milling.

– Ability to interface with personnel throughout the Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain organizations efficiently and productively, including both oral and written communications.

– Understanding and use of shop floor and business management software (ERP, MRP, etc.).

– Hands-on experience with manufacturing process definition and optimization, generating complex production schedules, designing, machining, and assembling production fixtures, tooling, etc.

Added Bonus If You Have:

– Advanced Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering skills focused on CNC machining utilizing advanced automation techniques and equipment.

– 5 or more years working in a dynamic, high precision, and high-volume CNC environment, leading or supporting engineering, production, and quality departments.

– Advanced skills using CAM and CAD software (PowerMill/HyperMill and Creo are pluses).

– Proven experience leading and managing 40+ team members of diversified experience ranging from postgraduate to shop floor.

– Manufacturing experience utilizing billet, forging, and casting type raw materials.

– Systems and process-oriented with experience defining systems and managing data.

– Proven team builder able to interact and communicate with a variable audience, using advanced technical skills and general principles.

What We’ll Bring:

During the interview process, our team will provide comprehensive details about our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities, including:

– A collaborative work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.

– Professional growth and development programs, including tuition reimbursement.

– Vehicle purchase and lease programs.

– Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your family.

– Flexible work options based on business needs.

– Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan with company match and annual retirement contribution.

– Paid holidays and time off.

– Referral services for prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more.

– Tax-Advantaged Accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA).

– Relocation assistance (if applicable).

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 guiding principle. 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. As a company consistently recognized for diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of our communities.

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.

If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, please email talent.acquisition@toyota.com.