Powertrain Battery Evaluation Engineer

Get to know your team and responsibilities

Team description

Research and Development (R&D) in Europe is responsible for the planning, the development and the production of attractive, superior quality cars matching European customers and market requirements.TME Powertrain Design and Evaluation departments' responsibility is to design & evaluation local developed powertrains before introduction to the market. We ensure the design is adapted and fit to European customers' expectations and European suppliers' production methods. This activity is done in close cooperation with our local suppliers, production plants and Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) in Japan.

Your responsibilities

You improve TOYOTA Powertrains for the European market, being part of the further electrification of our line-up. As engineer in the Design and Evaluation department, you will be mainly responsible for high voltage batteries for Electric vehicles. You will contribute to the successful design and validation. 

• You drive the development process of locally-developed parts.
• You support the suppliers in their development and ensure the development is finished on time and meets all Toyota's requirements.
• You review new components and decide evaluation strategy based on risk analysis
• In close cooperation with technicians and test facilities, you organise and execute the evaluations
• You are responsible to judge test outcome and initiate solutions for concerns found
• During the production preparation, you make sure parts achieve expected performance levels and support the plant in the assembly of your components
• You summarise and communicate to the project team towards a timely introduction in the market

Who are we looking for?

Your profile

• You are fluent in English (TME business language)
• You have a master’s engineering degree specialized in Electrochemical, Electronics, Electrical, Chemical or equivalent by experience
• Good knowledge of the various powertrain technologies especially high voltage batteries is an asset
• A team player that can work closely with other stakeholders
• You possess project management skills and deliver results on time
• You can conduct basic engineering calculations (Electrics, mechanical, FEM, etc) and analyse test data
• You summarize and explain complex technical information in a clear and visual way
• Hands-on, willing to get your hands dirty
• You can demonstrate creative thinking to solve complex issues / problems
• Appreciated computer skills: 3D DWG software (e.g. Catia/Pro-E or other), Python, Matlab, Diadem, Access, Visual basic, Artificial Intelligence… in addition to office tools

Our offer

We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

Your benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on your experience, including a bonus plan depending on individual and/or company results;
• Flexible reward plan that will allow you to personalise part of your reward plan and balance it in line with your priorities by opting for extra insurance, more mobility options (bike lease), extra holidays and more;
• Meal and eco vouchers;
• Insurance package (medical, life, disability, pension);
• Extra paid holidays (Toyota days, seniority days…) above the legal holidays. More can be added through our flexible reward package;
• Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 20 days from abroad);
• Interesting car lease formulas and discount when buying a Toyota or Lexus;
• Various company discounts – Exceptional terms and prices on products and services from your favourite brands and retailers;
• Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
• Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
• Team building activities and other personnel related events;
• Programs to support your physical and social well-being.