Underbody Design Engineer

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and its 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 Hondas, 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, aluminum, 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/or manage creation of 3D models, layouts, and 2D drawings using CATIA.
Correlate and negotiate with internal Honda contacts including other design departments, test departments, styling studio, factories and purchasing.
Lead part development activities with suppliers, setting design targets and confirming prospect to achieve requirements.
Support part and vehicle verification, including developing countermeasures as necessary.
Estimate and manage part cost, weight, and investment throughout development, including review of supplier quotes.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Required Education:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Desired skills:
CATIA or other 3D CAD software, self-motivated, organized, multitasker, effective verbal, and written communication.

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.

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.

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