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Toyota Principal Engineer - Fuel Cell Development in Gardena, California

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.

Who We're Looking For

Toyota’s Fuel Cell Development (FCD) Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Principal Engineer to support the development and validation of technologies needed to ensure the successful deployment of Toyota’s fuel cells into the market.

The primary responsibilities of this role are the following:

  • Develop and evaluate Hydrogen Refueling Station (HRS) equipment

  • Lead HRS system and component testing to evaluate performance, reliability, and operational metrics

  • Support review and update of the applicable codes and standards

  • Support collaboration with HRS equipment suppliers and industry stakeholders for development of components and systems to meet requirements

Reporting to the FCD Senior Engineering Manager, the person in this role will support Toyota’s transition from an automotive company to a mobility company, playing a critical role in ushering in the “era of creating a new mobility culture”.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Performing systems analysis and creating plant process & instrumentation design

  • Defining the controls narrative and functional requirements

  • Making trade studies and defining system and component requirements

  • Creating requests for proposals, reviewing vendor submittals, and selecting equipment

  • Managing overall project schedule and coordination with project participants (engineering, procurement, suppliers, contractors, etc.)

  • Supporting installation, leading commissioning, and project close-out

  • Managing HRS operation to ensure reliable fueling for development programs

  • Developing transparent targets for operations & maintenance and reliability of the HRS

  • Coordinate with internal stakeholder groups to ensure development targets are aligned with the company’s strategic vision

  • Sharing knowledge gained through evaluation and development with industry stakeholders to improve overall market readiness for hydrogen fueling applications

  • Domestic and International Travel 25%

What You Bring

  • Bachelor of Science (or above) with an applicable Engineering major (Chemical, Mechanical, Systems)

  • 8+ years in a process or related industry (hydrogen, petrochemical, industrial gases, etc.)

  • Experience in project management

  • Experience with process safety review (HAZOP, FMEA, DRBFM, etc.)

  • Experience with applicable codes and standards

Added Bonus If You Have

  • Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and troubleshooting

  • Experience with controllers, control logic programming, sensor data

  • Experience with hydrogen or fuel cells

  • Experience working in a cross industry collaborative environment

  • Experience creating and presenting to Executives

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

  • 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, child care, schools and more

  • Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

The annual base salary range for this position is $132,100.00 - $214,600.00

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

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