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Design Engineer

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Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Join our Team as a DESIGN ENGINEER!

The Role

We’re seeking a passionate and dedicated Design Engineer to join our team! This position offers entry-level engineers an opportunity to join TMHNA’s Design Engineering Department. In this role, you’ll create quotes and develop design packages to customize industrial vehicles based on industry-specific needs and materialhandling requirements. You will plan, design, model, and document new components and systems, as well as develop orderspecific engineering bills of materials. You’ll apply your engineering background to quickly understand how electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems interact within a forklift, and use handson technical skills to troubleshoot and validate fit and function on production vehicles. You will serve as the owner of your designs, supporting internal customers and communicating effectively with both technical and nontechnical audiences. Your work will span both internal combustion and battery/electric vehicle designs. If you enjoy tackling challenges with positivity and a bit of humor, you’ll feel right at home here.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Requesting quotes from suppliers.
  • Reviewing dealer requests and responding with accurate design solutions.
  • Building 3D models, 2D drawings, and parts lists for requested TSDRs (Toyota Special Design Requests).
  • Supporting designs from design to production to final Kaizen.
  • Supporting department Kaizen & Hoshin activities.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related fields.
  • Experience with CAD and PLM tools (preferably CATIA and Smarteam)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-starter with a high degree of resilience and comfort performing in a very flexible environment.
  • Intellectually curious and demonstrated ability to learn independently.
  • Accuracy with numbers and great attention to detail
  • Strong technical aptitude, analytical problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Strategic, creative, positive attitude, team-oriented, self-motivated, and critical thinker.
  • Ability to constructively interface with all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities.

What Sets You Apart

  • 6 months experience in an engineering role as full-time, co-op or internship.

Where And When You’ll Work

  • This is an in-person role located at our Columbus, IN office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment.

What Your Total Compensation & Benefits Package will look like:

Salary - $65,440 - $83,895 per year. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Relocation: This role may be eligible for relocation assistance.

World Class Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Performance Bonus
  • Generous Paid Time Off and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Affordable Medical plans and no-cost Dental & Vision options
  • 100% 401(k) match up to 6%
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health care, legal support, and financial guidance
  • Recognition and Kaizen (continuous improvement) Reward Programs
  • Meaningful opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Onsite Fitness Center & Occupational Health Clinic
  • Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers

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