Model Based Development Engineer

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Who we're looking for

Toyota'sModel Based Development Department is looking for a passionate, highly motivated, and self-drivenEngineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to develop new powertrain technologies for conventional and electrified powertrain vehicles by applying state-of-the-art modeling, and optimization techniques.

Reporting to Erich Fiederlein, the person in this role will support the Model Based Development department's objective to develop competitive powertrains to meet changing customer demands.

What you'll be doing

• Modeling and simulation of key powertrain components and systems including hybrids, battery electric, and fuel cells.

• Making and standardizing new simulation methodologies related to fluid and thermal powertrain problems.

• Improving existing simulation methodologies for efficiency and accuracy to improve Toyota's product development process.

• Benchmarking of new technologies and MBD (Model Base Development) technologies outside of the company.

• Collaborate with Universities, research labs, and engineering companies to conduct research in electrified powertrain including hybrids, battery electric, and fuel cells, and apply to in-house development.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify new opportunities for research and development.

• Develop prototypes to demonstrate the feasibility of the products.

• Travelling both domestically and internally to support our daily job.

• Report out progress on a regular basis.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline (mechanical, aerospace, electrical, etc.).

• Professional experience in relevant engineering industries.

• Familiarity with Automotive powertrain components and systems.

• Experience in computational fluid dynamic simulation experience including 0D, 1D, or 3D tools.

• Theoretical knowledge in fluid and thermal physics.

• Reporting experience on project status to team members and project sponsors.

• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills.

• Experience in machine learning/AI area.

• This position requires driving. A motor vehicle record that's acceptable by company standards is required for this position.

Added bonus if you have

• Experience in hands-on experiments and testing for data acquisition.

• Knowledge of automotive powertrains - engine, transmission, driveline, battery, electric motor, fuel cell.

• Expertise in coding language/tools such as C/C , Matlab, and/or Python.

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

• Vehicle purchase & lease programs

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

• 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)

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? Check out the section of ourcareers page on Toyota.com or send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.