Chassis brake engineer

FunctieomschrijvingTeam/division descriptionThe work tasks to be developed will be held in Chassis Engineering group, in Chassis Design division.
Chassis Design is responsible for the:   1) Development of Chassis parts (Brake, Steering, Suspension, Tyre, Shift, Pedals, …) to achieve the highest driving performance and quality at the competitive price.   2) Local development of Chassis parts for vehicles built in Toyota’s European assembly plants. This activity is done in close cooperation with local suppliers and Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan.    3) Investigation of new European technologies We are inspired by the Toyota Way precepts, and we challenge to provide final customers with best quality products with the continuous improvement mindset.
Your responsibilitiesThe main responsibility of the open position for interim is work on the development of Brake system and components to fulfil the basic performance of chassis brakes for development, and current mass production, vehicles. The main activity will be to lead the project development with our brake systems suppliers and, in addition, monitor and research the market trends of brake componentsIn the context of this project the successful candidate will perform the following activities:Support project development of chassis commodities (e.g. brake) Support technical investigation leading to quality or cost improvements Verification of installation requirements, technical drawings and 3D modelsSummarize the evaluation reports and document the processesPrepare functional safety status overview for quality and ISO auditsSupport field investigations, trouble diagnostics and troubleshootingCoordinate development activities with evaluation teamResearch and monitor technology trends for brake systems, and componentsProfielYour profileYou are fluent in English (Toyota Motor Europe business language). Japanese is an asset.
You have a practical knowledge of CATIA design tool (drafting, assembly and 2D sketching)You have good knowledge/experience of Strength of materials and FEAChassis systems and Vehicle Dynamics knowledge are an assetProject management skills are an assetIntermediate programming skills (Python, Matlab) are an assetYou have a Bachelors in Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering Experience on component design is a benefitIt is preferred if you have experience in a similar position in the automotive sector or in an industrial mass production environmentYour key competencies are:Excellent communication skills (both verbal & written)Team playerPro-active and persistentSelf-confidentProceed job with own initiativeAnalytical approach and Problem-solvingAt ease with Japanese culture and respectful of cultural differencesAanbodToyota offers a comprehensive remuneration package, including interesting extra-legal benefits. Toyota provides flexibility to take care of both your career and your personal life by providing hybrid work environment with structural possibility to both work from home & collaborate in the office. At Toyota Motor Europe, they are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, date of birth, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. Toyota do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is a key strength. Together, let's have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.
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Contract:Long term interim contract (weekly renewed)Start date: ASAPExpected end date: 30/10/2026 (a contract extension until 28/02/2027 is possible but not confirmed for the moment)Full timeHybrid : Toyota Motor Europe Technical Centre in Zaventem and possibility for home officeBedrijfsinfoToyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global corporation. Founded in 1937. Toyota now sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350.000 people. Based in Brussels, Belgium, and staffed by 2.700 people and more than 60 nationalities, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) handles the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts & accessories, and manages Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.
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