Overview

Who we are

This position is based in Ann Arbor, MI.

Toyota encourages all employees to live within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned work location. Hybrid work from outside of the assigned work location may be permitted in a pre-approved list of states (AZ, CA, CO, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, TN, TX, VA, WV) with certain stipulations.

Speak with your recruiter and hiring manager to learn more about our hybrid work program.

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 looking for

Toyota’s Model Based Development is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Modeling and Control Engineer.

The primary responsibility of this role is to apply state-of-the-art model-based approaches to powertrain and vehicle development and contribute to Toyota’s transition to a mobility company.

Reporting to Shohei Nomura, the person in this role will support the Model Based Development department's objective to develop competitive vehicles while minimizing development.

What you’ll be doing

• Develop innovative solutions to improve Powertrain control and software development efficiency.

• Develop plant and controller models for HEV, PHEV, and BEV

• Review literatures, attend conferences and consortiums to identify appropriate modeling techniques and approaches to make models for EVs and constituting components and systems.

• Discuss with counterparts in Japan to establish and follow global modeling guidelines for plant models.

• Collaborate with R&D engineers to propose new ideas, process improvements, and apply to development.

• Setup and use software in the loop (SILS) environment for system optimization, calibration, and software verification.

• Create detailed schedule to visualize tasks, progress and issues.

• Report to management on a regular basis

What you bring

• Minimum Bachelors degree in engineering

• Experience with Matlab/Simulink

• Experience with programming (Python/C/C++)

• Understanding of IC engines, hybrid, and electric vehicle propulsion systems, xEV batteries

• Fundamental understanding and modeling skills of vehicle powertrain controls.

• Evidence of innovative approaches to problem solving

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

Added bonus if you have

• Lithium ion battery modeling skills

• Data analytics skills

• Internal combustion engine calibration knowledge

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)

• 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 or need assistance with your application? Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com or send an email to [email protected].