Principal Software and System Development Engineer

American Honda Motor Company, Inc.; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional Bonus

Relocation assistance (if eligible)

401K with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

American Honda Motor Company, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to lead the design and development of head unit software across multiple future models, with a focus on quality and reliability.

The role emphasizes collaboration with technical experts and suppliers to deliver robust infotainment solutions. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 8 years of relevant experience, strong communication and project-management skills, and the ability to navigate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree in Engineering (e.g. Computer Science / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering or related STEM field).
• Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to cultivate and manage relationships with varying levels in/out of the organization, including supplier.
• Strong customer service focus and mindset.
• Strong project organization and management capability.
• Ability to acclimate to new environments, negotiate through unknowns and meet new people.
• Strong decision-making and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Strong global dexterity and adaptability to cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of engineering solutions with drawings and validation for head unit software, managing risks and variations.
• Create clear reports, presentations and technical documents for records and communication with Technical Experts and Leads.
• Develop documentation such as specifications, test reports, evaluation documents and drawings, and ensure completeness and quality.
• Maintain external accreditations and knowledge of current technologies, regulations and best practices.
• Analyze data and interpret test results to predict performance and provide product data.
• Lead technical negotiations with suppliers and guide junior colleagues in supplier interactions.
• Direct suppliers to design and manage components to maturation schedules.
• Perform hands-on testing and develop unique requirements for system components to guarantee performance.
• Identify critical functional requirements for hardware, software and communications to meet customer demands.
• Develop and issue specification requirements for system components.
• Research future infotainment system architectures and development methods.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Global collaboration

Presentation skills

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

MS Project

Word

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 position will lead the team members and development of software that applies to numerous future influential models simultaneously with a focus on quality and reliability.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the design of engineering solutions with the associated drawings and validation processes for the head unit software. Consider, build, or bring in new technologies and specifications, managing associated risks and address issues to ensure all variations work correctly.
• Write clear and concise reports, presentations and/or technical documents to make a record of the development activities, communicating directly with Technical Experts and Technical Leads.
• Compile and / or develop documentation (i.e. specification sheets, test reports, evaluation documents and / or drawings) and submit all necessary information as required by schedule. Review documents prepared by team members for completeness and quality check. Provide guidance to others as needed
• Identify as subject matter expert for the department. Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging technologies, external regulations, and industry best practices through continuing professional development, conferences, and specialist publications.
• Analyze data and interpret test results, predict performance and failure and provide required product data.
• Lead technical negotiations with suppliers. Bring new technology from existing or new suppliers. Support and guide junior associates in their own interactions with suppliers.
• Direct the Honda selected suppliers to design and manage the component to maturation schedule requirements.
• Perform actual hands‑on testing, that may include developing unique requirements to system components, to guarantee product performance. Review engineering specifications and design test procedures. Propose new test procedures as needed. Guide and coach junior associates with their testing activities.
• Recognize and specify critical functional (hardware, software & communication) requirements for system components to match customer demands.
• Develop, write, and issue specification requirements for system components.
• Research and influence the future path and trends of infotainment system architecture, features/functions, and efficient development methods.
• Assess the marketplace demands with a competitive viewpoint of infotainment software requirements.

Qualifications, Experience, And Skills

• Education:
  • Must have a Bachelor’s level degree in Engineering (e.g. - Computer Science / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering or a related STEM field of study)
• Work experience and required skills:
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience
  • Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to cultivate and manage relationships of varying levels in/out of the organization, including supplier
  • Strong customer service focus and mindset
  • Strong project organization and management capability
  • Ability to acclimate to new environments, negotiate through unknowns and meet new people
  • Ability to manage time effectively and productively
  • Solid quantitative / analytical problem-solving skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Other required computer skills, such as PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Word, etc.
  • Strong decision-making skills, able to make sound decisions on complex matters
  • Effective negotiation ability
  • Ability to multi-task and work independently
  • Strong global dexterity and ability to adapt to cultural differences

Workstyle

This is an onsite job. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval

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

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.