Engineer II - Production Engineering (Stamping)
Toyota North America · San Antonio, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Production
- Travel
- 35%
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Toyota North America (automotive) in San Antonio, TX. Support a project team consisting of controls engineers, technicians, and equipment vendors to implement laser welding projects and stamping projects from budget development through production handover to meet the project KPI targets for Safety, Quality.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Kaizen, Stamping, Welding, AutoCAD, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 35% travel · relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Texas: typical posted base $106k–$145k.
Median of the low and high ends of 17 live postings that list pay, out of 90 production engineer openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Texas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 89 other live production postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $106k–$145k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 43%
- Lean 37%
- Root cause 30%
- Six Sigma 23%
- ✓ EHS / safety 20%
- New product launch 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, Stamping, Welding, AutoCAD, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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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.
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 North American Stamping Laser Equipment Engineering department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Production Engineer.
The primary responsibility of this position is to manage technical operations, systems, and projects as well as support the Stamping and Laser Weld environment through the planning, design, and implementation of innovative and effective solutions to achieve safety, cost, quality, productivity, and environmental targets.
This position will be located at TMMTX in San Antonio, TX, and report to the Engineering Manager on site.
The person in this role will support the department's objective to install, start-up, troubleshoot, modify, and assist the production plants with stamping and laser welding equipment upgrades and new equipment installations.
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What you’ll be doing
- •Creating and maintaining detailed schedules and budgets for assigned areas.
- •Support a project team consisting of controls engineers, technicians, and equipment vendors to implement laser welding projects and stamping projects from budget development through production handover to meet the project KPI targets for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost.
- •Research, develop, and implement new technologies both to improve current processes and identify future equipment needs
- •Through training and OJD become a technical expert in laser welding technology, equipment commissioning, and best practices
- •Support TMC global stamping and laser welding information sharing and kaizen development
- •Support onsite activities as needed during equipment work on weekends, holidays, and shutdowns (July and December).
- •Participate in a mentor program to grow as an engineer and learn from others within the department.
What you bring
- •Bachelor of Science Degree (or higher) in an Engineering/Manufacturing discipline or a technical degree with 3 years of relevant work experience
- •2 years of experience in an engineering or manufacturing shop
- •1 year of project management experience
- •Strong documentation and report-out skills for clear communication with stakeholders utilizing Excel and PowerPoint
- •Ability to read, interpret, and modify 2D drawings on AutoCAD
- •Ability to support weekends, off shift, and holidays as needed
- •Ability to work up to 35% overtime when required
- •Ability for business travel, both domestic and international may be up to 35%
- •Ability for business travel to other North American sites to support future projects
Added bonus if you have
- •Stamping or Laser Welding Experience
- •TBP passed through panel
- •AutoCAD experience, ability to create 2D technical drawings
- •Experience in OSHA, ANSI, CSA, NFPA regulations and codes
What we’ll bring
- •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
- •Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)
- •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.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com .