Engineering Analyst – Body Operations and Controls

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with us.

Toyota Manufacturing is developing new innovative solutions to support the future of mobility and values being part of a local and global community. We offer an inclusive team environment that values respect for people and a rich history with an exciting future. We provide great pay, amazing benefits, and a stable work environment.

The Production Engineering and Maintenance department at Toyota Auto Body California (TABC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Engineering Analyst. The primary responsibility is to maintain press equipment, improving MTTR and MTBF through planning, problem solving, and coordination. The role supports the department’s objective to maintain high equipment operation availability. The position is based at TABC, Long Beach, CA, and the selected candidate is expected to reside within commutable distance of this location.

• Develop and execute annual plans for equipment inspections, PMs, repairs, upgrades, and retrofit for aging parts.
• Support Stamping & Bodyweld Department production processes.
• Manage and coordinate major machine repairs with TMNA‑PE, Stamping PE, local vendors, OEMs, and tool makers (planning parts, tools, and manpower needs).
• Track key performance indicators and develop improvement plans to close gaps and improve equipment performance.
• Support training and skill level‑up plans by evaluating team members’ performance and knowledge during equipment repairs.
• Support OEM‑requested PLC changes and PLC changes related to troubleshooting and kaizens.
• Coordinate weekend work plans to accommodate production and equipment maintenance needs using Toyota systems (Maximo PM, spare parts tracking, Wire Rope Safety, etc.).

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or 3+ years of equivalent professional experience in engineering or maintenance.
• Engineering/project management experience for projects greater than $100K, including new capital expenditures for equipment installation and repair.
• Experience with PLCs, controls, robotics, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, including the ability to read, interpret, edit, and modify PLC code.
• Experience planning and executing major equipment repairs within a manufacturing and/or industrial environment.
• Ability to support shutdown activity (summer/winter) including availability for overtime and holiday support.

• Experience setting up or teaching robotic processes.
• Experience with Safety PLCs.
• Direct experience with Schuler, Komatsu, H&F, Clearing Niagara, Bliss, Kawasaki, and/or Yaskawa stamping/weld equipment.
• Experience creating and managing budget proposals for project activity.
• Automotive manufacturing experience, OEM and/or supplier.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Below are some highlights of the benefits and career development opportunities:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, including 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.
• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match and 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).

The annual base salary range for this position is $ – $.

Applicants for this position 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.