In a nutshell:
Toyota is looking for an Electronics or Software Engineer to develop, test, and validate connected multimedia and navigation systems for future vehicles. The role involves ECU development, software validation, HIL and vehicle testing, leaning on strong project coordination skills, and collaboration with suppliers and global teams.
Candidates should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, an interest in automotive technologies, and knowledge of embedded systems, communication protocols, software development, and emerging technologies such as AI and connected services
Company Information:
Toyota is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global company, founded in 1937. Today, Toyota sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350,000 people worldwide.
At Toyota Motor Europe (TME), with our headquarters based in Brussels, Belgium, around 2,700 colleagues from more than 60 nationalities work together across Europe. We are responsible for the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts and accessories, and we support Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.
We are on an exciting journey as we continue to evolve into a mobility company. Our goal is to create even more value and happiness for our customers through a wide range of mobility solutions.
Your team and your responsibilities:
Team description
Within R&D Electronics Engineering division, Multimedia team oversees the development of future connected multimedia and navigation head units to meet our customers’ needs in the European region.
The Multimedia team in R&D Electronics Engineering division is responsible for:
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The design and evaluation of serial production Head Unit ECUs* with local suppliers and partners. (*Electronic Control Unit)
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Monitoring the EU region market trends and issuing requirements specifications to ensure the competitiveness of our products and customer experience.
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Field quality monitoring and providing technical support /making improvement proposals.
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Supporting the development of SW applications and connected services for multimedia Head Units and/or Data Communication Modules.
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Establishing tools & processes for inhouse bench/field evaluations and test automation.
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Support close collaborations with other Toyota Affiliates & EU technological companies
Your responsibilities
Production Head Unit Development/Evaluation/Validation
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Design, develop & test vehicle ECUs for production release, including at each development step from early requirements making, prototyping/concept proofing and until production implementation and validation (both SW and HW)
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Based on system specifications and evaluation best practices, define the evaluation test cases/scenarios and execute them for the target ECU, both during bench and field/road tests.
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Report and document the issues found using the appropriate channels and follow-up the countermeasure implementation and validation.
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Design, develop & maintain tools and processes which will enable Hardware In the Loop* evaluation (*HIL) on bench as well as in-vehicle road tests.
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Support Field Quality monitoring and issue investigation/resolution activities.
Future ECU development preparation
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Benchmark & monitor latest technologies and trends in the fields of multimedia, navigation, HMI and vehicle-to-cloud interfaces for the European market.
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Support the making of technical proposals and translate them into requirements and function specifications.
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Support the ideation and development process of new features and connected services within our innovation workshops and the development of ‘proof of concepts’.
Project management & communication
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Develop and follow-up project schedule with stakeholders (suppliers & other Toyota affiliates)
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Report project status in a clear manner to Toyota line management, including deviations to support fast corrective action decision.
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Maintain and document regular communication with project partners (suppliers, research/consulting companies, teams in Japan, and -more widely- with all Toyota technical teams involved or related to the system)
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Establish and maintain the planning of test activities and coordinate/animate regular team meetings/sprint reviews.
Your Profile:
- You are fluent in English (TME business language), Japanese is an asset
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You have a Masters degree in Engineering, with a specialization in Electronics/Systems engineering or Computer Science.
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You have a strong interest in electronics and automotive systems. Prior experience in automotive/electronics industry is an asset (ex: software or electronics design and validation)
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You are strong in problem-solving, logical thinking, reporting and have good planning & organizational skills.
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You have good knowledge of:
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Software development and evaluation process and methodology in automotive domain, incl.:
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Requirements engineering & software architecture design.
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Software evaluation:
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Test case/coverage definition.
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Test execution and results reporting/monitoring.
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Exploratory/random and complex testing.
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Test planning, test specification & automation for MIL, SIL & HIL.
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Project management, including:
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Task/activity scheduling, prioritization, and follow-up (ideally Agile methodology).
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Regular and proactive reporting of project status and escalation of issues.
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You have a basic understanding of:
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Networks & automotive communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, Bluetooth, WiFi, 4G/LTE)
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AM/FM and DAB radio technologies.
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GNSS and navigation/map technologies.
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AI technologies including ML (Machine Learning), and generative AI/LLM (Large Language Models).
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Competitor benchmark methodologies
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Cloud/connected technologies, smartphone applications, client-server solutions.
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The following knowledge/skills are considered as an asset:
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ALM or requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama, PTC/Windchill, …)
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Collaborative tools/platforms (Confluence, Jira, Slack, …)
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Requirement quality & testing standards (IREB & ISTQB)
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Software programming (C++/Java/flutter/Python/…)
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Test environnement tools such as CANOe, Matlab, vTestStudio
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Linux OS/Automotive Grade Linux (AGL)
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AUTOSAR, OTA updates and Cybersecurity principles
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You are available to travel for business.
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You have a standard driving license (Category B).
We offer:
We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.
Your benefits:
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Competitive salary package based on your experience, including a bonus plan depending on individual and/or company results;
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Flexible reward plan that will allow you to personalise part of your reward plan and balance it in line with your priorities by opting for extra insurance, more mobility options (bike lease), extra holidays and more;
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Meal and eco vouchers;
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Insurance package (medical, life, disability, pension);
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Extra paid holidays (Toyota days, seniority days…) above the legal holidays. More can be added through our flexible reward package;
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Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 20 days from abroad);
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Interesting car lease formulas and discount when buying a Toyota or Lexus;
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Various company discounts – Exceptional terms and prices on products and services from your favourite brands and retailers;
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Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
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Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
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Team building activities and other personnel related events;
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Programs to support your physical and social well-being.
A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace:
At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for everyone. Our recruitment decisions are based on everyone’s skills, experience, and the requirements of the role.
We welcome people of all backgrounds, including different nationalities, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, religions, ethnicities, abilities, and other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. We believe that our individual experiences and diverse perspectives are a key strength, helping us learn from one another and grow together.
Together, we can make a positive impact and go beyond the ordinary.
If you need any adjustments or specific support during the recruitment or interview process, for any reason, we encourage you to let your recruiter know. We are happy to help create a process that works for you.
