Honda Motors

Equipment Design Principal Engineer

Honda Motors$110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 8+ years of experience integrating industrial robotic systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial machinery and safety standards.
  • Experience in automated equipment development.
  • Strong technical communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

  • Advise and mentor team members on technical and project management issues.
  • Support lower-level planners in driving New Model or Business Plan projects.
  • Engage in project leadership or support for new technology activities.
  • Contribute to the evolution of robotic design standards and methods.
  • Monitor team KPIs related to quality improvement processes.
  • Lead team or unit initiatives aligned with business plan goals.
  • Perform lead technical inspections and evaluations for pre-SEV reviews.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and potential regional bonus.
  • Manager lease car program with no cost for the vehicle and maintenance.
  • Industry-leading benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • 401K plan with company match and additional contributions.
  • Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
  • Career advancement opportunities and education reimbursement.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

The position is to function as a senior robotics advisor in partnership with the Group Lead; supporting a team dedicated to the development and integration of equipment into Honda facilities for both business plan and new model projects. They are responsible for understanding the key technical challenges for new applications, and then supporting/guiding other project team members with concept development through implementation. This associate is also tasked with supporting ED-Robotics team members to overcome challenges that would prevent the achievement of project target criteria. In addition, they are tasked with supporting the total Unit/Team through associate mentorship and helping improve our internal team as well as cross-functional department improvement activities and E/ER theme participation or leadership.

Key Accountabilities

  • Advise, guide, and mentor other team members on technical matters, project management and execution for lower-level associates. Performs quality check function for robotic deliverables.
  • Direct support to ED-Robotics lower-level planners who are responsible for driving forward individual New Model or Business Plan projects as the designated ED-Robotics PIC. This includes support of concept development, early cost and schedule creation, and monitoring of total project deliverables.
  • Engage in project leadership role or support of new technology/E/ER theme activity.
  • Support or lead the evolution of robotic design standards, methods, and processes.
  • Roll up of team KPIs related to QIP processes.
  • Support/Lead/Direct unit or group initiatives and business plan goals.
  • Function as the lead technical inspection and shipping evaluator for pre-SEV reviews.
  • Lead or support recurrence prevention activities within the team or unit.
  • Support the role up of team annual expense budgets, and overall BP theme role out.


Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications:
  • 4-year Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automation Technology Engineering or 2-year related technical degree (or equivalent) with 4 years additional experience.


Minimum Experience:
  • 8+ years of relevant experience, ideally integrating industrial robotic systems.


Other Job-Specific Skills:
  • Working knowledge of industrial machinery and functional safety standards.
  • Background in automated equipment development
  • Extensive category specific technical knowledge (ex. WE, AF, PA, PU)
  • Excellent technical communication skills (both written and oral)


Working Conditions

  • 75% Office environment - support of the creation of engineering deliverables toward automation solutions.
  • 15% Offline Manufacturing floor - system-up support
  • 10% Online Manufacturing floor - system-up support / verification at any Honda facility
  • Must be willing to travel locally, regional, and internationally as required on a project basis (to Honda facilities or external equipment vendors).


Total Rewards:
  • Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
  • Regional Bonus (when applicable)
  • Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)
  • 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:
  • Lifestyle Account
  • Childcare Reimbursement Account
  • Elder Care Support
  • Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
  • 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
Net Income
$414.5 billion
Founded
1948
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$13,004.8 billion
NASDAQ

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