Equipment Production Simulation Engineer

Hyra; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Overtime

401K Plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Honda is seeking entry-level engineers to support Offline Programming (OLP) using robotic simulation and programming knowledge. You will help reduce new model introduction time and minimize production impact while assisting with tooling validation in a 3D CAD/CAE environment.

You will work with engineering teams across design and electrical disciplines, participate in shift work as needed, and travel up to 20–25% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in engineering disciplines with robotics focus.
• 0–6 years in robot simulation or programming as applicable.
• Experience with Fanuc or Yaskawa Motoman preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute offline simulation for process/tooling checks and cycle time validation with mentor.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Design on changes for Off Line Programming installation.
• Validate production cycle times and troubleshoot improvement countermeasures.
• Support online teach team for Off Line Programming implementation and cycle time verification.
• Prepare deliverables for Off Line Programming install or handoff to supplier.

Skills

Robot simulation

Robot programming

Fanuc/Motoman programming

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Robotics/Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing/Welding/Engineering Technology or associate's degree

Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's 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 Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

This is an entry level position to support the team to perform Offline Programming (OLP) utilizing simulation software and robotics knowledge to reduce new model introduction time. They will be responsible to support the team to minimize the negative impact to current model production while reducing online robot programming time for new model activity. The primary tools this position uses are robotic simulation, cycle time estimations and validating tooling design in the 3D Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Engineering environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Execute new model offline simulation for individual process and t ooling clearance checks, cycle time validation, and robot program download. under the assistance of a mentor.
• Communicate with Engineering, Mechanical Design and Electrical Design on changes needed in order to successfully install Off Line Programming.
• Validate current production cycle time and troubleshoot countermeasures for improvement.
• Support online teach team consisting of internal and contract resources at a process level for Off Line Programming implementation and cycle time verification.
• Support of overall unit initiatives and support group level business plan goals.
• Create deliverables for Off Line Programming install or handoff to supplier.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Minimum Educational Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Engineering degree in Robotics/Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing/Welding/or Engineering Technology or an associate's degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum Experience:
  • 0-6 years of experience in robot simulation and/or robot programming, based on education.
• Other Job-Specific Skills:
  • Off-line programming experience or experience with Fanuc and/or Yaskawa Motoman robotic programming.
  • Robotic/Automated equipment deployment experience.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Working Conditions
  • Combination office and plant floor. Must be willing to work hands‑on.
  • Willingness to work shifted work weeks, weekends and overtime when necessary.
  • 20 to 25% travel both domestic and international.

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

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.