Manfufacturing Equipment Engineer

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

Lead, create, and implement innovative technical activities and solutions in the areas of Mass Production,
Business Plan and New Model to efficiently meet or exceed Safety, Environment, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and
Morale characteristic targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Effectively communicate upstream and downstream across all levels of the organization to ensure common understanding, alignment, and direction. (5%)
• Review and analyze daily reports to identify safety, quality, and delivery gaps. Develop countermeasures and perform root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement activities. (20%)
• Utilize data analysis and PDCA methodology to lead, support, develop, and justify solutions with related groups and departments. Solve complex problems within assigned areas of responsibility. (10%)
• Monitor and manage equipment and processes to ensure optimal manufacturing performance while minimizing operating expenses. (35%)
• Develop the capability of self, colleagues, and team members through training, mentoring, and the sharing of technical knowledge and experience. (5%)
• Establish priorities and make data-driven decisions to effectively achieve business objectives. (10%)
• Manage project implementation activities, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation, to ensure successful completion and achievement of targets. (5%)
• Test, evaluate, and implement new and innovative technologies to improve equipment reliability, process efficiency, and overall manufacturing performance. (5%)
• Develop and manage investment and expense budgets to achieve cost targets and support business objectives. (5%)

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related field) with an interest in manufacturing.
• Candidates without a degree must have a minimum of 6 years of relevant manufacturing experience .

Minimum Experience

• 0-6 years of relevant experience, depending on educational background.
• Co-op or internship experience is preferred but not required.

Other Job-Specific Skills

• Proficient in standard computer software applications and technology used in a manufacturing environment.
• Positive attitude, open-minded, and team-oriented.
• Strong self-motivation and desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Self-managed with the ability to set direction and support others in achieving success.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and solve complex problems through data analysis and critical thinking.
• Ability to develop and implement effective countermeasures while considering timing, quality, and cost.
• Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage projects from initiation through completion.

Decisions Expected

• Follow up on daily line performance and identified areas of concern to ensure timely implementation and effectiveness of countermeasures.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve departmental, plant, and company initiatives.
• Lead and evaluate business planning activities, including the development and justification of resource requirements and organizational changes.
• Determine budget requirements and establish activity schedules necessary to improve operational performance and achieve business objectives.

Working Conditions

▪ Work in production environment requiring PPE and lockout in manufacturing operations
▪ Manufacturing environment with the potential of working near hydraulic oils, cutting lubricants, ferrous and
aluminum materials
▪ Hands-on investigation and troubleshooting within equipment to countermeasure issues and to determine
improvement activity
▪ Working with hand/power tools, automation equipment, quality gauging and instrumentation
▪ 50% office environment/ 50% manufacturing lineside activity
▪ 10-15 hours overtime per week possible
▪ Possible weekend or off-shift support as necessary
▪ Travel 5% (domestic & international)

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.