American Honda Motor Company, Inc.

Mechanical Design Engineer

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.  •  Ohio (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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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

This role requires collaborating with cross-functional divisions to develop automotive body structures and

components in the Underbody Design department that meet or exceed customer expectations while balancing

vehicle performance, styling, marketability, manufacturing, profitability, and other design constraints &

considerations. Design responsibilities may include both structural and/or styled parts in the engine room, floor,

and bumper areas utilizing a variety of materials (steel, aluminium, plastics, composites, etc.) as well as

manufacturing processes (stamping, injection molding, extrusion, casting, etc.). Additional responsibilities may

include researching & developing new technologies for future vehicle applications.

Key Accountabilities

Create and manage 3D models, component layouts, and detailed 2D engineering drawings using CATIA to support vehicle and component development. (30%) Collaborate with internal stakeholders including design teams, test departments, styling studios, manufacturing facilities, purchasing, and other cross-functional groups to ensure alignment and successful project execution. (30%) Lead supplier part development activities by establishing design targets, reviewing progress, and confirming the ability to meet quality, cost, performance, and timing requirements. (20%) Support component and vehicle verification activities, analyze test results, and develop countermeasures to address design or validation concerns. (10%) Estimate, monitor, and manage part cost, weight, and investment throughout the development process, including the review and evaluation of supplier quotations. (10%)

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Experience

  • 0 to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Recent graduates with internship, co-op, or project experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Dimensions

Working Conditions

Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Some interaction in test lab, fabrication and manufacturing environments. 5-10 hours/week OT as needed. Some domestic & limited international travel.

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

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.

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.

About American Honda Motor Company, Inc.

We are Honda. A company built on dreams and the determination to make them come true. Driven by our commitment to society and the planet, our work brings joy to our customers and enhances mobility, as we work to help people everywhere expand their life’s potential. Our products, from cars and trucks, to advanced light jets and other forms of mobility, reflect our belief that the purpose of technology is to help people.

Together, we are building an inclusive culture where people feel seen and celebrated. Where associates from a variety of backgrounds can apply their unique ideas and experiences to help us create a cleaner, safer, more exciting mobile world.

You’re invited to join Honda on this journey. Your individual skills, passion, persistence, innovative mindset and challenging spirit are needed to help Honda Bring the Future.

Bring the Future at honda.com/careers

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Torrance, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
honda.com
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