Jr. Mechanical Design Engineer

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.

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 applicants for our available positions.

Who We’re Looking For

TRD is looking for a highly motivated Junior Mechanical Design Engineer for our new Emerging Technologies Group

As a member of the Emerging Technology team, you will be responsible for working with the Engineering Manager and other Engineers integrating components and sub systems used in our exciting new Hydrogen Fuel Cell based power generation projects. A solid foundation in design complimented with calculation / simulation (thermodynamics and stress) capabilities, you will work on component integration in a fast-paced, energetic, and team centered environment.

This position is located in Costa Mesa, CA and is available hybrid remote work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design activities will include supporting general layout ideas, integration of feedback from the team, supporting calculations, detailed solid and/or surface modeling, assembly and BOM creation, detailed working drawings, and documentation of design / calculations / process.
• Calculation expectations include: Supporting hand calculations, tolerance stack ups.
• Working closely with other departments, with a team mindset, including in-house manufacturing, quality control, build shop, and other engineers to ensure parts are tested correctly and accurately in accordance with demanding time schedules.
• Ability to grow to include Simulations as part of the design process and creating calculation tools and/or post processing data using scripting languages.
• Good use of discretion for when hand calculations, idealizations, and/or detailed simulations are needed.

What You’ll Bring

• High attention to detail.
• Practical thermodynamics and fabricated structures knowledge as well as a solid theoretical background.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or relative work experience.
• Highly motivated, with a strong interest in Hydrogen fuel cell technology and sustainable off grid power systems design
• Experience with GD&T e.g. ASME Y14.5
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hands-on experience including fabrication techniques and general mechanics is also highly desirable.
• Knowledge of CAD software: Creo or Catia, Solidworks, etc.

Added Bonus If You Have

• FEA experience: Abaqus (preferred), Hyperworks, Ansys, Nastran, etc.
• Surface modeling experience
• Advanced education, e.g. Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

Travel Requirements

• Travel required of up to 3-4 times a quarter.

What we’ll bring

A Few Highlights Include

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

• Flexible work options based on business needs.
• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more.
• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Vehicle purchase & lease programs Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family.
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement.

The annual base salary range for this position is

$78,200.00 - $127,000.00

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. As a company that has been one of DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity and a member of The Billion Dollar Roundtable supporting minority and woman-owned suppliers for over 10 years, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business.

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 or need assistance with your application? Please send an email to [email protected].