Vehicle Performance Engineer - Durability & Strength Graduate

Your primary responsibility will be the technical development of our performances; you will have to learn and understand all necessary requirements, processes, methods and tools.

You will be working with other VPE teams, designers, Toyota’s Japanese office and external parties in order to: *

• Grasp status of evolving requirements (customer driven and other)
• Translate these requirements into clear targets for new projects
• Predict (CAE) and evaluate (testing) several performances and their impact to overall vehicle development
• Work with testing labs to plan, organize and execute testing programs
• Propose, develop and implement new efficient methods of performance prediction and evaluation
• Participate in Work Groups and discussions defining future requirements and reflect to future activities

The Durability & Strength team is looking for a motivated Engineering Graduate who shares our passion for cars and for developing even better performances for our customers., * You are fluent in English (verbal/written), additional European language skill is an asset

• Master in Engineering (mechanical, automotive, aerospace, material or similar)
• Familiar with durability & strength CAE (Beta CAE, Altair, NASTRAN, ABAQUS software etc.)
• Specific competencies in programming (Python or other), Data Science are a strong asset
• You like both simulations and real-life hands-on tests
• Strong analytical problem solving skills reinforced by good common sense are a must
• You are a quick and eager learner with a flexible mind and good eye for details
• You are a team player with good communication skills inside a multicultural environment
• Good self-organization and time management
• Willing to travel and be open for training in Toyota headquarters in Japan

Your benefits:

• Permanent contract and a structured 18-month Graduate Development Programme
• 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.

Toyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global company, founded in 1937. Today, Toyota sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people worldwide. At Toyota Motor Europe (TME), with our headquarters based in Brussels, Belgium, around 2,700 colleagues from more than 60 nationalities work together across Europe. We are responsible for the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts and accessories, and we support Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations. We are on an exciting journey as we continue to evolve into a mobility company. Our goal is to create even more value and happiness for our customers through a wide range of mobility solutions.

The Vehicle Performance Engineering division (VPE) is part of the R&D group at Toyota Motor Europe Technical Center in Zaventem, Belgium. Our division is in charge of:

• Identifying market requirements and trends, and turning them into development targets for vehicles, their subsystems, and down to components
• Development of passenger vehicles for the European market
• Researching state of the art and beyond state of the art technologies for implementation in future vehicles

Inside VPE, the Durability & Strength team fullfills this role for the Durability, Strength & Operational performance of

• Vehicle structure: e.g. Engine hood, side doors, luggage door, chassis, body…
• Body functional parts developed in cooperation with our suppliers, At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone. Our recruitment decisions are based on everyone’s skills, experience, and the requirements of the role. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including different nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We believe that our individual experiences and diverse perspectives are a key strength, helping us learn from one another and grow together. Together, we can make a positive impact and go beyond the ordinary. If you need any adjustments or specific support during the recruitment or interview process, for any reason, we encourage you to let your recruiter know. We are happy to help create a process that works for you.