Engineering Development Sr. Specialist

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint."

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Location

Anna, OH

Job Purpose

The Engineering Development Sr. Specialist (Engineering Development Program Lead) is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and management of the Engineering Development Program. This role ensures that the program aligns with industry standards and company goals, providing comprehensive training and development opportunities for new engineers. The EDP Lead will oversee the onboarding process, mentor and support participants, evaluate performance, manage rotations, and organize training sessions. By fostering effective communication and collaboration, the EDP Lead will ensure continuous improvement of the program and contribute to the technical growth and success of the engineering team.

Key Accountabilities

• Campus Recruiting Support: Actively participate in campus recruiting events to attract top engineering talent. Collaborate with the recruitment team to identify potential candidates, support interviews, and represent the company at career fairs and other recruiting events. Ensure a seamless transition for new hires from campus recruiting into the Engineering Development Program.
• Onboarding and Orientation: Lead the onboarding process for new EDP participants, ensuring they receive a thorough orientation to the company's culture, policies, and procedures. Develop and implement program-specific orientation, and individualized development plans focusing on development of specific technical skills required for each engineering discipline.
• Program Development and Management: Lead the design, development, and management of the Engineering Development Program to ensure it aligns with industry standards and company goals. Continuously evaluate and improve the Engineering Development Program by incorporating feedback from participants, mentors, and industry best practices. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements to ensure the program remains relevant and effective, particularly in the context of various engineering disciplines.
• Allocation and Budget Management: Ensure the allocation and budget for HDMA Engineering Development Program sites are properly managed. This includes planning and monitoring the budget to support program activities and site operations.
• Program Requirements Compliance: Confirm that plant/division allocated positions meet program requirements, specifically ensuring that all positions are filled by candidates with 4-year engineering degrees.
• Mentorship and Support: Oversee the mentorship program by obtaining and training mentors, and providing guidance and support to both mentors and EDP participants. Facilitate regular mentor meetings, and performance reviews, ensuring effective mentorship in their respective engineering fields.
• Rotation Management: Coordinate and manage the rotation of EDP participants through various departments. Handle rotation negotiations, schedule changes, and ensure smooth transitions between departments. Advocate for EDP participants and address any conflicts that may arise, ensuring exposure to different engineering disciplines.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering field or 10 years experience in manufacturing or design environment
• Minimum Experience
• 3-5 years of relevant design / manufacturing engineering application experience
• Other Job-Specific Skills:
• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Managing Multiple Priorities
• Team Building
• Process Improvement
• Data Gathering & Analysis
• Effective Communications
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Technical Excellence

Workstyle

• Some remote work available for this position
• ~ 5-10 hours of OT/week
• Travel (~25%) required to visit various HDMA sites and campus recruiting

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Paid Overtime
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Career Growth:

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development programs

Additional Offerings:

• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs
• Free Drinks Onsite

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

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