Honda Motors

Manufacturing Equipment Principal Engineer

Honda Motors$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related experience
  • 8+ years of experience related to the role
  • Strong leadership and planning skills
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
  • Extensive technical knowledge and hands-on manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

  • Develop skills in all aspects of manufacturing from a technical perspective
  • Provide leadership and consistent communication following Honda's philosophy
  • Lead the resolution of daily concerns regarding equipment downtime, quality, and efficiency
  • Design solutions to meet technical requirements based on project analyses
  • Support Technical Engineering and Equipment Service associates
  • Create and manage budgets and schedules for equipment design projects
  • Initiate continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost-efficiency and operational effectiveness

Benefits

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Regional Bonus eligibility
  • Manager Lease Car Program covering costs
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and shutdown periods
  • Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • 401K Plan with company match and additional contribution
  • Relocation assistance, if applicable
  • Advancement opportunities and career mobility
  • Education reimbursement for ongoing learning
  • Comprehensive training and development programs
  • Lifestyle and childcare reimbursement accounts
  • Elder care support and tuition assistance
  • Wellbeing programs and community service engagement opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

Lead, create, and implement innovative technical activities and solutions in the areas of company/department Business Plan, New Model, and Mass Production to efficiently meet or exceed Safety, Environmental, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale (SEQDCM) characteristics targets.

Key Accountabilities

  • Develop skills in all aspects of manufacturing from mechanical, electrical, and controls viewpoint to fully understand equipment and processes requirements
  • Provide leadership to reports representing Honda Philosophy with honest, fair, and consistent treatment and communication
  • Lead daily equipment downtime, quality, safety and efficiency concerns to achieve department SQP KPI's
  • Design concepts and equipment solution methods to meet the technical requirements established by PDCA analysis, Business Plan, or New Model projects
  • Provide leadership, support, for Technical Engineering and Equipment Service Associates
  • Create and manage manpower, expense and investment budgets and schedules required for the needed equipment designs to support PDCA, Business Plan, or New Model activity cost targets and project deadlines
  • Support quality and process activity plans for Equipment confirmations to ensure a spike less effect on production after implementation
  • Lead and support technical training and development of Eng, ES ,and PS staff
  • Lead, plan, and organize continuous improvement activity to consistently drive down costs, improve efficiencies, and optimize equipment and processes
  • Maintain a high level of safety for oneself and Department associates from an equipment viewpoint meeting all OHSA and Honda guidelines to meet Plant Safety A0's


Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

  • BS in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering or related experience
  • 8+ years, based on education
  • Leadership and planning/organization skills
  • Good problem solving and communications skills
  • High technical knowledge and manufacturing experience


What differentiates Honda and makes 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.)
  • 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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