Honda Motors

Accessory Development Engineer

Honda Motors • $80K — $110K *
Raymond, OH 43067In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience, preferably in powersports or automotive industry.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling, engineering drawings, and technical data.

Responsibilities

  • Support planning to establish an accessory line-up for increased sales and profit.
  • Provide innovative ideas for new accessory rollout timing.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to meet cost targets for accessory designs.
  • Coordinate development team efforts for accessory integration and implementation.
  • Create and manage schedules to meet project deadlines.
  • Monitor project statuses and lead discussions in meetings.
  • Contribute to advancing development processes and accessory technologies.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with consideration for location and experience.
  • Paid overtime and regional bonuses where applicable.
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefit plans.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • 401K plan with company match and additional contributions.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

Manage all aspects of the development of accessory components from plan definition through first article inspection to achieve defined Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets. Coordinate with key suppliers and the CBU development team to achieve the desired innovation and integration level of accessory parts.

Key Accountabilities

  • Support Planning in establishing an accessory line-up to drive unit sales and maximize profit.
  • Provide ideas to support strategic plans that identify new accessories and rollout timing across models.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure accessory designs meet predetermined cost targets.
  • Coordinate with the development team to meet accessory integration and implementation targets, achieving an integrated appearance and ease of installation.
  • Create and manage schedules for internal and supplier work to ensure project deadlines are met.
  • Communicate project status consistently and participate in or lead project meetings, discussions, and development events.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to ensure accessory parts meet design intent, vehicle fitment, packaging requirements, and quality standards.
  • Partner with technical leadership to ensure accessory testing criteria are met.
  • Ensure installation instructions are completed on time for product release.
  • Generate ideas to improve existing processes, systems, and procedures.
  • Contribute to strategies that advance development processes and accessory technologies.


Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
Minimum Experience
  • 5+ years of engineering experience, preferably in the powersports or automotive industry.
Other Job-Specific Skills
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling, engineering drawings, and technical data.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills.
  • Experience creating project plans and schedules.
  • Understanding of product development schedules.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).


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

About Honda Motors

Honda Motors is a leading manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. The company was founded in 1948 by Soichiro Honda and has since grown to become one of the largest automotive companies in the world. Honda Motors is known for its innovative designs and commitment to sustainability, with a focus on developing environmentally friendly vehicles. The company operates in over 30 countries and has a strong presence in the United States, Japan, and Europe.
Learn more about Honda Motors
Size
204,035 employees
Market Cap
$41.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$414.5 billion
Founded
1948
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$13,004.8 billion
NASDAQ
HMC
* Ladders Estimates

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