Senior Chemical Compliance Engineer

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 diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who we?re looking for

Toyota?s Chemical Management Office (CMO) is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Senior Chemical Compliance Engineer for our Ann Arbor,
Michigan location.

The primary responsibility of this role is to lead the Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) chemical regulatory compliance program including reporting to government agencies, creating and implementing critical process operating procedures, and addressing potential compliance-related issues.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Chemical Implementation & Supplier
Management, the person in this role will strongly support the CMO?s objective to comply with all government related chemical management regulations such as Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Green House Gas, as well as state requirements.

What you?ll be doing

* Leading the overall TMNA effort including providing guidance to Toyota?s manufacturing plants to prepare for and report to the EPA for the Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) under TSCA

* Developing and implementing operating procedures for agency reporting requirements and analyzing changing requirements for adaption the procedures as necessary

* Ensuring company readiness for audits by government agencies by deciding necessary critical processes to monitor and test; testing by performing internal audit readiness checks

* Leading the resolution of compliance related issues, by identifying root causes, developing and implementing countermeasures and conducting recurrence prevention activities

* Ensuring regulatory programs are sufficiently robust for compliance by interpreting regulatory requirements, deciding when to bring in legal support from attorneys and managing the work product of both internal and external counsel. Deciding how to practically implement legal advice into the regulatory compliance program

What you bring

* Bachelor?s degree (or higher) in a relevant field such as Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, etc.

* Demonstrated experience with US environmental and safety regulatory framework

* Strong communication, capability to influence others, relationship building, negotiation, and perseverance

* Chemistry and Materials knowledge

* Strong understanding of North American chemical regulations such as TSCA, Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), FIFRA, etc., related to interpretation and reporting

* Experience in environmental auditing and managing audit preparation and reaction

* Experience in all stages of project / program management, from ideation to confirmation

Added bonus if you have

* Experience within a regulatory agency (such as the EPA) related to chemical management, environmental engineering, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), etc.

* Experience with international environmental regulatory framework

* Automotive experience (Toyota experience preferred)

* Familiar with Agile software development process and database management

* Ability to speak Japanese

* Certified environmental auditor from a reputable organization

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

* Vehicle purchase & lease programs

* Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

* Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)

* 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, child care, schools and more

* Flexible spending accounts

* Relocation assistance (if applicable)

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, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question or need assistance with your application? Check out the How to Apply section of our careers page on Toyota.com

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.

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