Job Description
Accessory Development Engineering - 12 Month Contract/Acting
Rank P4/P5
Scarborough, ON (Hybrid)
Deadline: Please apply before May 7, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.
The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $91,000 - $142,900. The salary offered will be based on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills and qualifications.
Toyota Canada Inc. (TCI) currently has an exciting opportunity to support our Accessories team. This is a 12-month contract/acting opportunity and will report to the Manager, Accessories Development. The successful candidate will, in partnership with the team, develop select Genuine Toyota & Lexus Accessory products and Vehicle Enhancements that comply with Toyota Standards and Specifications and meet performance, compliance, quality, cost, mass and timing targets/requirements. The candidate will have the opportunity to provide technical support for design, development and launch of accessories for a team of product development engineers.
What We’ll Bring:
Company & Culture
A hybrid work environment
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
A focus on respect for people and continuous improvement
Summer Hours – condensed work week during the summer
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Extended health care and dental benefits effective immediately
Associate vehicle discount program
Paid holiday shutdown and competitive paid time off benefits
What You’ll be Doing:
Provide technical support for design, development and launch of accessories
Direct and participate in Design Review (DR) activities internally and with Toyota affiliates
Assist team members in conducting supplier sourcing and provide assistance during pricing negotiations with the Planning department
Develop and maintain project tracking schedules, planning documents, and assigned product categories
Explore and recommend new products and plan for future products
Review MQCs for new products, consult with vendors to help set up production in compliance with Toyota Canada’s Certified Vendor program
Provide team and management with updates regarding Engineering activities and project progress
Assist and review Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) Design Guides and Technical Standards to ensure product development meets engineering performance, compliance, durability and quality requirements
Assist and review product design and validation requirements with Vendors while verifying vendor capabilities and results regarding product design and drawing requirements, product quality, validation testing, documentation, product installation process and training
Support Supplier Quality and Capability Audits of new and existing Vendors
Provide recommendations to the development of new processes to continuously improve existing practices
Assist, help define, and communicate technical requirements to Vendors regarding design and test specifications, and vehicle integration needs for new products
Work with team to evaluate and ensure Vendor designs and test results meet Toyota requirements (includes Design Validation Plan, Failure Modes Analysis, Fire Hazard Prevention, and Misuse Risk Prevention)
Acquire, manipulate and evaluate Vehicle and Accessory CAD data for product design development
Engage to achieve Accessory Product Approval
Assist Quality Engineering in the investigation and resolution of field quality and warranty related issues
Oversee and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and reflect modifications or improvements
Coordinate product development, create and maintain project management report for accessories in development
What You’ll Bring:
University degree and/or Colle Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, or Industrial Engineering with strong Electrical Engineering knowledge/experience
2+ years of experience in engineering, preferably with exposure to multiple aspects of engineering including project management, design, quality and manufacturing
Strong team player with cross-functional team work experience
Strong knowledge of the automobile and the automotive design process and supply chain
Project management & multi-tasking
Communication & presentation experience
Work against fixed timelines and set priorities to achieve targets
Persuade, influence and negotiate to achieve tangible results
Initiate and improve work processes through information management systems or daily operations
Partner with inter-company business units and suppliers
Valid driver’s license
Working knowledge of CATIA or equivalent is an asset
Electrical vehicle industry experience is an asset
P. Eng. License or equivalent is an asset
About Us
Toyota Canada Inc. is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Toyota Canada's head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax. Toyota parts and accessories are distributed through TCI's Parts Distribution Centres in Bowmanville and Vancouver. TCI supports over 287 Toyota and Lexus dealers in Canada with services that include training, sales, marketing, environmental and customer satisfaction initiatives.
What Sets Us Apart?
A focus on people, passion for Toyota, innovation and continuous improvement have made us an award-winning company, recognized worldwide for our technological leadership and superior standards of quality, community involvement and environmental responsibility.
What You Should Know:
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process or your employment if you require accommodation. Please note TCI may use AI-powered tools to assist us with initial screening and assessment. Talent Acquisition Specialists always review all applications and Hiring Managers always make final hiring decisions throughout the selection process.
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