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.

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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 and experienced Senior Engineer Chassis to join our Tire Modelling Group.

What you will be doing: 

• Work on a team that rotates through responsibilities to share and expand knowledge.
• Maintain and develop testing methods for machine testing of tires, this includes travel to these tests.
• Maintain and develop testing methods for track testing of tires, this includes travel to these tests.
• Maintain and develop tools to aid in the tuning of tire models.
• Provide customer support to racing teams for the tire data fits.
• Analyze results from machine tests and produce tire fits.
• Analyze results from track tests and aid in the tuning of those tires.
• Maintain and develop the tire models.

What you will bring:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in flat-trac tire testing.
• Experience at-track tire testing, specifically with wheel force transducers.
• Strong knowledge of racecar vehicle dynamics.
• Understanding of the cultural aspects and usage of racing tires.
• Understanding of basic engineering processes and systems (for design, development, testing and manufacturing).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with MATLAB.
• Proficiency with Python.
• Proficiency with Data Analysis packages (MOTEC etc.).
• Intermediate C language programing.

Added bonus if you have:

• Strong experience in the field of mathematical modeling of complex physical phenomena.
• Good understanding of the mechanical design of a tire.
• Good understanding of the operating modes of a tire.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics.
• Knowledge of the Pacejka "Magic Formula" and its evolution over the years.

Requirements:

• 10-20 days per year domestic travel

What we will 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.
• 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)
• 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 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, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.