Engineer - Internal Logistics

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 talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.   Who We’re Looking For Toyota’s Internal Logistics Engineering Department is seeking a passionate and highly motivated Engineer with strong Internal Logistics Engineering capability and experience supporting or leading core pilot teams. This role is intended for an engineer who can lead complex internal logistics and automation initiatives, influence cross‑functional stakeholders, and help define scalable, standardized solutions for future Toyota manufacturing programs. Reporting to the Internal Logistics Manager, the person in this role will support the department’s objective to optimize the Toyota North America supply chain by balancing the needs of external logistics, Production Engineering planning, and manufacturing groups to develop the most efficient and robust internal delivery processes. The work location for this position will be at TMMTX in San Antonio, TX.   What You’ll Be Doing Project & Technical Leadership • Lead and support cross‑functional Internal Logistics Engineering projects, working closely with TMNA Engineering groups and North American Manufacturing Companies (NAMC) to troubleshoot and improve parts flow related to New Model Management (NMM) and major production changes. • Serve as a technical lead for internal logistics process design, including routing, delivery frequency, returns handling, and space utilization, with consideration for automation readiness and future scalability. • Guide teams in breaking down the ideal condition vs. current condition, applying structured problem‑solving to identify gaps and implement effective countermeasures that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Automation & Systems Integration • Lead or support internal logistics automation initiatives, including automated delivery systems, material handling equipment, and digital tools that improve material flow, visibility, and stability. • Collaborate with PE, Pilot Engineers, and NAMC stakeholders to define functional requirements, automation concepts, and system specifications that align with production processes and takt requirements. • Evaluate automation opportunities by analyzing material movement, information flow, manpower, ergonomics, and cost, ensuring solutions are practical, maintainable, and aligned with Toyota Way principles. • Ensure automation and logistics systems are standardized, compliant, and scalable, supporting future plant expansions and new model introductions. Data, KPIs & Process Management • Develop and execute strategies to commonize and consolidate internal logistics data and KPIs, including internal delivery performance, routing efficiency, returns handling, and system uptime. • Use data to support daily management, abnormality detection, and root cause analysis, enabling faster problem resolution and continuous improvement. • Support the creation and deployment of standard work, visual management, and documentation for internal logistics