Mechanical Design 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

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.