Mechanical Design Engineer: 3D Modeling & Cost Optimization

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Paid overtime

Relocation assistance (if eligible)

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Job summary

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. is seeking engineers to join a team focused on delivering high-quality parts at reasonable costs. Under guidance, you will set part specifications, develop 3D models, and manage BOMs to support vehicle programs.

The role emphasizes drawing creation, cost estimation, change validation, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. Overtime and travel to nearby suppliers may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 0-2 years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong information retention and organization.
• Scheduling and time management; 3D modelling and drawing experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and report development schedule from concept to mass production.
• Design conceptualization and verify key inputs against vehicle targets.
• Create 3D layouts and mature to fully defined models; revise as needed.
• Define drawings and specifications to ensure compliant parts.
• Estimate costs and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost targets.
• Verify change points and assess impacts across vehicle changes.
• Collaborate internally and externally with stakeholders.
• Develop countermeasures and document follow-up items.

Skills

3D parametric modelling

Drawing creation and dimensioning

Cost estimation

Vendor negotiation

Scheduling & planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Design for manufacturing

Tolerance analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. is seeking engineers to join a team focused on delivering high-quality parts at reasonable costs. Under guidance, you will set part specifications, develop 3D models, and manage BOMs to support vehicle programs.

The role emphasizes drawing creation, cost estimation, change validation, and cross-functional collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. Overtime and travel to nearby suppliers may be required.