{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b732b8394f0e53fcdcf130c9","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b732b8394f0e53fcdcf130c9","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b732b8394f0e53fcdcf130c9","title":"Prototype Development Senior Engineer","description":"5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants\nDirect message the job poster from Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group\nGlobal Delivery and Client Engagement Manager | Handling Operations | Sales and partnership | Expert in Client Acquisition & Retention\nClassification: Public\nLocation: Saline, Mi\n\nReporting to the Prototype Development Senior Engineering Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to lead preparation of tooling, process planning and suppliers during prototype builds to ensure highest quality and on-time vehicle delivery. Including but not limited to quoting, sourcing, CAD modeling, parts list confirmation, scheduling, quality control, and supplier management as well as an understanding of weld and paint process and equipment. The person in this role will support the Vehicle Prototype department's objective to support Toyota North America Product Development and Vehicle Evaluation.\n\nResponsibilities\nThe required work is cyclical and will change during a project from early schedule planning to CV build management. The required work will start with early process planning for jigs and tooling. And finish with leading CV build activity for welding and paint processes.\n\nGrasp key project requirements to set early process targets and strategy.\nIn-house process planning considering Safety /Quality / Productivity/ Cost\nDevelop and maintain Operation Plan (OP) for in-house process, tooling and vendor activity.\nClear communication of deliverables to project team and Sr. manager\nOperation Plan tracking in-house process and tooling to meet project goals.\nAttend project meetings and negotiate countermeasures.\nSummarize status and report to upper management weekly.\nAttend prototype vendors for part kento-kai, fixture approval and weekly status meetings. \n\nTrack and follow responsible processes, tooling, and vendor issues to closure.\nIssue and manage in-house tooling spec\nProcess offline robot programming.\nChair meetings with in-house shop and other groups to monitor vehicle build progress.\nTravel to supply base to review parts prior to shipment\nTrack and resolve quality problems\nMeasure and adjust In-House tooling, N&P check welded sub-assemblies\nMulti-tasking will be required due to activity overlaps\nSupporting build process both at prototype vendor and at PD Weld and Paint line\n\nQualifications\n\n4+ years of experience working on Toyota vehicle programs in either manufacturing, production engineering, PD, Design or QE.\nDeep understanding of tooling (design and manufacturing) & Welding and Painting process planning.\nDeep understanding body structure and shell body, welding, and painting process.\nProficient in body accuracy and related measurement equipment, model set, fixture, and part scanning.\nProficient with 3D CAD (Catia) - CATIA/CARROT 3 Robot Offline Programming\nExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to act as a representative of NA R&D to TMC, manufacturing, affiliates, and suppliers.\nAbility & willingness to coach and mentor less experienced engineers/co-ops\nWillingness to travel both domestically and internationally, up to 20% of the time.\nWillingness to work overtime up to 25% of the time including weekends.\n\nWhat you may bring\n\nExperience in other engineering fields such as design, procurement, quality or manufacturing.\nExperience using PolyWorks\nExperience in LSW (Laser Screw Welding) or Self Piercing Rivets\nCompleted TBP with Panel.\nCompletion of JKK\nCompletion of OJD.\nTerrace Experience in managing 3D Data\nExperience supporting equipment installations for weld or painting equipment\n\nSeniority level\nMid-Senior level\nEmployment type\nFull-time\nJob function\nDesign \n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Pentangle Tech Services","rawCompany":"pentangle tech services p5 group","city":"Saline","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-03T04:16:50.264Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2141.02","title":"Automotive Engineers","slug":"automotive-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-3027.00","title":"Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"mechanical-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"336110","title":"Automobile and Light Duty Motor Vehicle Manufacturing","slug":"automobile-and-light-duty-motor-vehicle-manufacturing"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Prototype Development Senior Engineer","description":"5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants\nDirect message the job poster from Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group\nGlobal Delivery and Client Engagement Manager | Handling Operations | Sales and partnership | Expert in Client Acquisition & Retention\nClassification: Public\nLocation: Saline, Mi\n\nReporting to the Prototype Development Senior Engineering Manager, the primary responsibility of this role is to lead preparation of tooling, process planning and suppliers during prototype builds to ensure highest quality and on-time vehicle delivery. 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