New Model & Spec Control Engineer

Honda Türkiye A.Ş.; Konak; On-site; TRY 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Honda Türkiye A.Ş. is seeking a technical specialist to support new model and model year changes at the production plant.

You will plan trial part arrivals and coordinate with Purchasing, Logistics, Material Supply and Production to ensure smooth execution. Responsibilities include coordinating certification vehicle production for type approval, scheduling trial vehicle timelines, and updating process documents and technical spec data for mass production.

Qualifications

• MS Office programs proficiency including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Strong English language skills, both written and spoken.
• 2D drawings & 3D CAD models knowledge with CATIA/SolidWorks.
• Familiarity with BOM cost breakdown.
• Knowledge of metals, plastics, welding, casting, and coatings.

Responsibilities

• Support processes for new model and model year changes in the production plant.
• Plan arrival of trial parts and coordinate with Purchasing, Logistics, Material Supply and Production.
• Plan and support the production of the certification vehicle, ensuring compliance with type approval requirements.
• Plan the project timeline for trial vehicles production and report progress.
• Prepare and update process documents and technical spec sheet data required for mass production.
• Support the development and implementation of production processes, equipment, and workflow improvements for new models.
• Prepare regular reports and project status presentations for management reviews.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

English proficiency

B Class driving license

Japanese language (Desirable)

Motorcycle riding interest

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

Job description

• Proficiency in MS Office programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Full‑vehicle understanding: Powertrain, frame, suspension (front forks, rear shock), braking systems, electrical & electronics (ECU, sensors, wiring harness), emission & exhaust systems. (Preferably motorcycles.)
• Excellent command of English (both written and spoken).
• 2D drawings & 3D CAD models (CATIA, SolidWorks) knowledge.
• Cost breakdown understanding (BOM level).
• Knowledge of performance testing, quality testing, environmental & reliability tests, root cause analysis of test failures, countermeasure development & verification.
• Knowledge of metals, plastics, rubber, composites, welding, casting, forging, machining, surface treatments & coatings.
• B Class driving license.
• Good command of Japanese is desirable.
• Active motorcycle riding experience or interest in motorcycles is considered an asset.

Job Description

• Support and assist processes of new model and model year change projects within the production plant.
• Planning the arrival of trial parts and coordinate with related departments such as Purchasing, Logistics, Material Supply and Production.
• Planning and support the production of the certification vehicle, ensuring compliance with type approval requirements.
• Planning the project timeline for trial vehicles production and report progress.
• Prepare and update process documents and technical spec sheet data required for mass production.
• Support the development and implementation of production processes, equipment, and workflow improvements for new models.
• Prepare regular reports and project status presentations for management reviews.