
Mechanical Engineer
Job description
The Accessory Development Team is responsible for the development of vehicle accessories and modifications. The team also serves as operational support for production. We are looking for a bright and talented individual that enjoys working in cross-functional teams and is passionate about developing the next generation of features and functions for Southeast Toyota.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be focused on developing and operating a model year carryover check process. The skeleton for this process has been outlined, but the incoming Junior Engineer will work with the Accessory
Development team to complete the process outline and tracking dashboards (Power BI) and launch the program. This is expected to take approximately 50% of the Junior Engineer’s time in their first year of employment. The remainder of the time will be dedicated to working on projects for accessory launches.
Responsibilities:
- Design, maintain, and oversee model year carry over check process
- Design, development, and release of automotive accessories
- Support accessory installation events including prototype builds and launch events
- Research emerging technologies for future accessory applications
- Research, develop, and update design and process specifications
- Investigate and resolve quality defects for accessories
- Develop prototype accessories for evaluation
This role is full time (~40 hours per week) and on-site in Jacksonville, Florida. This role will require between 10% and 25% travel between all three Southeast Toyota facilities and suppliers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite of programs
- Solid skills in CAD design, project management, and technical problem-solving
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This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of JM Family. All work arrangements are subject to associate performance, business need and manager discretion, and may be revised as necessary.
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JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, retaining, and promoting qualified associates without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law.
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Southeast Toyota Distributors is the world’s largest independent distributor of Toyotas. The company distributes vehicles, parts and accessories to 177 Toyota dealerships in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and North and South Carolina. Dealers in this region sell approximately 20% of all Toyotas sold in the country. Headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida, its vehicle processing facilities are located in Jacksonville, Florida and Commerce, Georgia. Southeast Toyota Distributors is a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises, Inc., a privately held company with $18 billion in revenue and more than 5,000 associates. JM Family has earned various awards for its culture, products and services.