Mechanical Design Engineer

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Overtime pay

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. seeks an Mechanical Design Engineer to develop automotive body structures and interior trim components. You will create 3D CATIA models, drawings, and layouts, while balancing performance, styling, and manufacturability across programs.

Role requires collaboration with design, testing, and manufacturing teams, and involvement in supplier development, cost tracking, and validation testing. 0–2 years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent experience.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CATIA or other 3D CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage 3D models, layouts, and 2D drawings using CATIA and other CAD tools.
• Collaborate with design, testing, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to align objectives.
• Lead supplier part development with design targets, timing, cost, and quality checks.
• Support verification testing and develop countermeasures to meet performance targets.
• Estimate and track part cost, weight, and tooling investments throughout development.

Skills

CATIA proficiency

Mechanical design fundamentals

Independent and proactive work

Time management

Clear communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

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 role requires collaborating with cross-functional divisions to develop automotive body structures and components in the Interior Trim Development department that meet or exceed customer expectations while balancing vehicle performance, styling, marketability, manufacturing, profitability, and other design constraints & considerations. Design responsibilities may include both structural and/or styled parts utilizing a variety of materials (steel, plastics, composites, etc.) as well as manufacturing processes (stamping, injection molding, etc.).

Additional responsibilities may include researching & developing new technologies for future vehicle applications.

Key Accountabilities

• Create and manage 3D models, layouts, and 2D engineering drawings using CATIA, ensuring compliance with Honda design standards and program requirements. (30%)


• Collaborate and negotiate with internal Honda stakeholders, including design engineering teams, testing departments, styling studios, manufacturing plants, and purchasing groups to align product and business objectives. (30%)


• Lead supplier part development activities by establishing design targets, monitoring progress, and confirming suppliers' ability to meet quality, timing, cost, and performance requirements. (20%)


• Support component and vehicle verification testing, analyze results, and develop effective countermeasures to address issues and achieve performance targets. (10%)


• Estimate, track, and manage part cost, weight, and tooling investment throughout the development cycle, including evaluation and review of supplier quotations. (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field, or equivalent experience.


• 0 to 2 years of relevant engineering experience.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Proficiency with CATIA or other 3D CAD software.


• Strong mechanical design and engineering fundamentals.


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and proactively.


• Highly organized with effective time management and multitasking skills.


• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.


• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.


• Analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Decisions Expected

• Propose and analyse multiple design solutions and determine the optimal balance of conflicting objectives.


• Decide if styling studio surface data can be developed into a feasible construction.


• Decide if proposals from part suppliers can meet necessary internal requirements.

Working Conditions

Majority of work is performed in an office environment. Some interaction in test lab, fabrication and manufacturing environments. 5-10 hours/week OT as needed. Some domestic & limited international travel.

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.