What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer: Engine Systems & Drivability position at Honda North America?
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!
Through Software and Calibration, the Systems and Drivability engineer will be responsible for confirming the integration of the full powertrain meet Honda, consumer, and regulatory requirements.
- Schedule planning, management, & reporting: Based on assignments provided from direct supervisor, propose a completion plan, and review it to ensure expectations and priority are properly understood. Plan daily work to achieve objectives, notifying direct supervisor in advance of risks to meet the deadline.
- Learn test process: Consult with direct supervisor to understand the scope and direction for testing / calibration assignments. Follow direct supervisor's advice on what to investigate and/or confirm. Complete all testing as instructed. Complete all required training for in-house software, calibration hardware, and vehicle / facility safety.
- System functionality interdependencies: Consult with direct supervisor or group experts to learn how to estimate potential impacts of design changes and calibration updates.
- Change point verification: Work with direct supervisor to learn the overall process and the specific role of the Test Engineer. Consult with group experts to determine the starting point, what should be verified and how it should be verified for assigned part based on the vehicle change points.
- Internal Collaboration: Communicate with your direct supervisor at the appropriate frequency to avoid becoming stuck or to avoid excessive rework due to too much time spent working toward the wrong direction. Communicate the status of assignments in the weekly group meeting. Share concerns with direct supervisor in monthly check in meetings.
- Document Creation, Reporting & Follow up: Under close guidance of direct supervisor, create documentation for assigned parts, report in evaluation events, and respond to any follow up items per requested deadline.
- BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
- 3-years related experience or equivalent level of education and experience
- Proficient PC skills, including but not limited to Excel, PowerPoint, and MATLAB
- Associate will work on the actual vehicle with hand and power tools. Candidate can expect to spend a portion of their time working in the lab - confirming their systems on bench, on the car, or in thermal chambers. (50%)
- Associate will perform analysis and documentation, then communicate findings to varying levels of management. (50%)
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.
