Environmental Engineer at Toyota USA

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.

To save time applying, Toyota does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment- based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota’s Environmental Engineering Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Environmental Engineering Candidate.

This role is based at the TMMI site, where the Environmental Operations group focuses on protecting the environment and ensuring compliance with air, water, and waste regulations, as well as Toyota's Enhanced Environmental Management System standards.

The position is flexible and will support the site’s environmental program, primarily ensuring compliance with EPA and IDEM regulations.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure compliance with all permits, including Federal Air Regulations, industrial wastewater, stormwater, and groundwater.

• Interpret and implement activities related to new regulations, including those for industrial wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, and air.

• Prepare and submit reports for review related to industrial wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, air or annual environmental performance.

• Assist TMMI in compliance with SPCC, SWPPP, spill response, and programs to maintain compliance with TMC and TMNA internal requirements, including shop audits for Toyota EEMS and ISO 14001.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of environmental performance, incidents, and compliance activities.

• Use data analytics to track environmental KPIs and support decision-making processes with emphasis on environmental management.

• Understand all environmental program requirements for assigned shops and lead shops in meeting internal and external requirements.

• Investigate environmental incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Participate with TMMI Environmental outreach and external environmental program certifications.

• Assist TMMI with energy management, including energy saving project identification, implementation, and energy management visualization, as well as supporting 2050 Targets and related projects.

• Represent the TMMI Environmental team as necessary.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or equivalent work experience (3+ years).

• Experience with environmental compliance in a manufacturing setting, including developing processes to comply with regulations.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access.

• Ability to work weekends and shutdowns as necessary (approximately 10%).

• Ability to travel up as needed (approximately 10%).

• Class D wastewater license or willingness to pursue one.

• Valid driver’s license with a motor vehicle record acceptable by company standards for occasional driving on-site and between facilities.

Added bonus if you have

• Master of Science or higher in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Environmental Science.

• Class D Wastewater License.

• Experience with EPA Title V air permits and related programs and testing.

• Experience with Toyota Production System or similar lean methodologies.

• Experience using Power BI and/or other database systems for data analysis.

• Experience with ISO 14001 implementation in a manufacturing setting, including process development for compliance.

• Knowledge of Indiana stormwater and groundwater regulations.

• Knowledge of federal and state air, water, and waste environmental regulations.

• Experience in the automotive industry, preferably vehicle production.

• Knowledge of Toyota internal environmental policies and regulatory requirements.

• Experience coordinating projects with internal plant personnel, contractors, and vendors.

• Strong skills in preparing technical documents and visual presentations, including securing project approvals.

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

• 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.