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Company Name

Toyota Motor Corporation

Job Type

Research and development of next-generation battery materials

Work Detail

[Features] We are seeking highly skilled individuals who can immediately contribute to the research and development of next-generation batteries for a clean society toward achieving carbon neutrality. [Job Description] [Overview] The development of next-generation batteries is desired for a clean society toward achieving carbon neutrality. Toyota is focusing on research and development of next-generation batteries, including all-solid-state batteries and liquid-based LIB batteries, and is looking for colleagues who can work with us on advanced development and research and development. [Details] Research and development of next-generation battery materials (novel solid electrolytes (inorganic materials/organic materials/polymer materials, etc.), novel active materials (cathode/anode), novel electrolytes, etc.) ■Expected role for this position: Member, Team Leader, Manager [Background of Recruitment] One means of achieving carbon neutrality is the widespread adoption of electric vehicles. To widely distribute electric vehicles to customers, higher performance and lower cost next-generation batteries are necessary, and research and development of these must be accelerated. For this purpose, we are seeking individuals who can utilize their accumulated expertise and proactively advance research and development. Application [Workplace Image & Mission] [Department Information] ・Many young engineers in their 30s, and many who joined through career recruitment, create an open and vibrant workplace atmosphere. ・You can conduct cutting-edge research and development of batteries and battery materials, and utilize your expertise to excel. ・This department handles everything from research and development to advanced development, allowing you to experience the joy of turning your proposed materials and battery technologies into products, and the excitement and fulfillment of creating new technologies that don't yet exist in the world. [Mission and Future Direction] ・This department conducts research and development of attractive and competitive batteries and battery manufacturing, leading the world in contributing to a sustainable society and the happiness of our customers. This department integrates elemental research, materials research and development, cell development, structural design, mechanism development, evaluation and analysis, battery recycling, and production technology for next-generation batteries. ・In particular, we aim to create a system that allows us to advance research and development faster and more efficiently than before by actively utilizing simulations, especially macro simulation, micro simulation, and machine learning. In this role, we handle information related to strengthened US export controls, so we implement thorough information management, including managing access rights for each individual. [Job Satisfaction/PR] - Because we handle everything from research and development to advanced development, you can experience the joy of turning materials you've discovered into products, and you can feel the excitement and fulfillment of creating new technologies that don't yet exist in the world. - We are working on developing high-performance next-generation batteries that don't yet exist in the world, so there are many setbacks, but everyone involved is pooling their knowledge and trying to achieve a breakthrough.

Ideal Profile

【MUST】 Candidates must meet one of the following requirements: - Experience in research and development or mass production of battery materials - Experience in battery (cell to pack) mechanism development, structural design, or component development - Experience in machine learning, simulation, or materials informatics - Experience in battery powder development, slurry development, or analysis - Experience in battery recycling development 【WANT】 Candidates must meet one of the following requirements: Even without experience in battery mechanism design or structural design, candidates must possess the following skills and have a strong desire to develop batteries: - Basic knowledge of the four mechanics of mechanical engineering (mechanical dynamics, material mechanics, thermodynamics) (Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics) - Experienced in developing products and manufacturing equipment using calculations of material stress, plasticity, elasticity, heat transfer, and gas permeability. Even without the battery work experience listed in the required qualifications, candidates should possess expertise in one of the following technical areas and have a strong desire to engage in battery research and development. - Materials Chemistry/Applied Chemistry (Inorganic materials, polymer materials, organic materials, metals, solution chemistry, etc.) - Electrochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Powder Engineering, Slurry Engineering, Coating Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, etc. - Computational Science (Simulation, etc.), Information Science (Machine Learning, Materials Informatics, etc.)

Work Location

Aichi Prefecture (Toyota City) Shizuoka Prefecture (Susono City)

Phd. Stating Salary

■ Annual Salary and Compensation ▼Expected Annual Salary ・¥5,000,000 - ¥15,700,000 *Salary will be determined based on experience and abilities. *Depending on the selection results, an offer may be made for a role other than the expected one. ▼Reference: Roles and Expected Annual Salaries ・《Member Equivalent》Expected Annual Salary: ¥5,000,000 - (Qualifications: Technical Specialist or Supervisor or higher) ・《Team Leader Equivalent》Expected Annual Salary: ¥8,300,000 - (Qualifications: Chief or higher) ・《Manager Equivalent》Expected Annual Salary: ¥14,100,000 - (Qualifications: Core Staff or higher) *For details regarding qualifications at Toyota, please refer to the Overview of the Human Resource Development System (Technical Specialists). *For other details, please refer to the recruitment guidelines.

Selection Flow

STEP 01 | Application Please select and apply for one of the currently recruiting positions. STEP 02 | Document Screening We will conduct a document screening based on the information you registered. *Regarding the results, regardless of whether you pass or fail, we will contact you by email within two weeks. (However, please note that if there are many applicants, the selection process may take longer.) STEP 03 | First Interview + Aptitude Test Those who pass the document screening will be invited for an individual interview. The aptitude test is usually taken online at least three days before the interview date. *The selection process may differ depending on the job posting. *Regarding the results, regardless of whether you pass or fail, we will usually contact you by email within one week. (However, the number of days may vary slightly depending on the department.) STEP 04 | Final Interview Those who pass the first interview will be invited for an individual interview to confirm further details. STEP 05 | Final Interview Rejection Notification We will usually contact you by email within one week. (However, the number of days may vary slightly depending on the department.) STEP 06 | Job Offer After you agree to the presented employment conditions, you will receive a formal job offer. Those who receive a job offer will start working approximately 3 months after receiving notification of acceptance (within 6 months of the final interview date at the latest). (The start date is the 1st of each month.) *The start date will be adjusted in consultation with the applicant.

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https://toyota-career.snar.jp/jobboard/detail.aspx?id=m-zz8MxKZ6N_5LpUrTbz4w

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