New Model Engineer (Technical Specialist) - Prototype Production

American Honda Motor Co Inc

2024-05-09 08:04:12

Raymond, Ohio, United States

Job type: fulltime

Job industry: Engineering

Job description

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!

Job Purpose

In this role you will be responsible for planning and coordinating the Prototype phase of New Model projects. You will provide technical engineering expertise to ensure the quality of the prototype vehicle and work with design and test associates to solve problems and develop countermeasures.

Key Accountabilities

Metal Fabrication - Prototype Development

• Build or Modify Prototype Parts and Vehicles to match design specifications.
• Collaborate with design and test associates to achieve the goals of each project.
• Develop skills and expertise in Metals cutting, forming, and Welding (MIG, TIG, Spot).
• Utilize Catia 3D design to create or modify parts, fixtures and confirm design layouts.
• Optimize equipment and procedures with a priority on safety, quality and efficiency.

New Model Project Management

• Evaluate project scope, determine resources required and coordinate schedules.
• Coordinate technical support for new development or research projects.
• Research prototype equipment and facility investments to support long-term strategy.

New Model Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

• Analyze Catia design data and part quality to identify and solve potential problems.
• Evaluate Honda Engineering Standards and design specification applications.
• Work with design and test associates to solve problems and propose design changes.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelors degree in science / engineering or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years related work experience
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Knowledge of vehicle construction and assembly
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• CATIA V5 operation knowledge
• Basic electrical and mechanical skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)

Working Conditions

• 10% office environment
• 70% lab environment
• 20% meeting attendance

Benefits and Total Rewards

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:

• Competitive base salary
• Annual Bonus
• Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, personal days
• 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:

• 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.