Overview
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.
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Who we're looking for
Toyota Battery Manufacturing at North Carolina (TBMNC) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Principal Engineer - Siemens OpCenter System Integration & Agile Process.
The primary responsibility of this role is to lead and manage the third-party system integration team to ensure efficient execution of the backlog, resolution of issues, and continuous improvement of team performance. You will also collaborate with functional leaders to intake, prioritize, and allocate work, while ensuring Agile practices are followed and key metrics are tracked.
Reporting to the TBMNC Manufacturing Operation Management Functional Manager, the person in this role will support the TBMNC BEV Manufacturing Systems department's objective to ensure seamless execution of system integration tasks by managing the third-party team, driving Agile processes, and aligning deliverables with business needs to support organizational goals.
What you'll be doing
OpCenter Configuration & Development - Design, configure, and develop solutions within Siemens OpCenter to meet project requirements. Ensure optimal system performance and functionality through effective coding and integration practices.
System Integration & Testing - Implement and test integrations between OpCenter and other enterprise systems. Conduct thorough testing to ensure seamless data flow and system interoperability.
Technical Documentation & Standards - Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for all development processes, configurations, and integrations. Establish coding standards and best practices for the team.
Performance Optimization - Analyze system performance metrics and identify areas for improvement. Implement enhancements to optimize system efficiency and reduce latency.
Troubleshooting & Support - Provide technical support for system issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing solutions to resolve problems promptly.
What you bring
B.A./B.S. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field AND/OR commensurate experience.
Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience.
Proven years of experience in software development with a focus on system integration and application development, particularly within manufacturing environments.
Experience in Siemens OpCenter, including OpCenter Execution (EXDS), OpCenter Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS), and Teamcenter - demonstrating proficiency in configuration, development, and integration.
Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, C#, and/or Python, with experience in developing custom applications and integrations using RESTful APIs and web services.
Experience in implementing and optimizing Agile development practices, including sprint planning, backlog management, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes using tools like Jira and Git.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to system integrations, with a focus on root cause analysis and effective problem-solving strategies.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring alignment on development priorities.
Proven experience in performance optimization of integrated systems, with a focus on enhancing system efficiency and user experience through techniques such as load testing and performance tuning.
Ability to analyze and report on key performance metrics related to development activities, ensuring the team remains focused on high-impact tasks and continuous improvement.
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git and development tools like Visual Studio, Eclipse, or IntelliJ IDEA commonly used in software development and integration projects.
Added bonus if you have
Advanced degree preferred.
Work experience in system integration for complex enterprise applications, including ERP, Siemens OpCenter EXDS, or WMS systems.
Advanced experience managing system integrations with third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and ensuring the quality of external deliverables. (5+ years)
Familiarity with project management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
Experience with DevOps practices and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems.
Background in managing remote or distributed teams, especially third-party service or AMS providers.
What we'll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as 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
Flexible work options based on business needs
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as 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)
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members' efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions 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.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com .