Testing & Validation Technician II - Auto Development Center

Confidential; Raymond (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

401K with company match

Relocation assistance

Overtime pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Honda is seeking a skilled engineer to join the Lighting and Vision Lab in Ohio. You will conduct development and validation tests on lighting and vision systems for both electric and internal combustion vehicles, analyze data, and ensure regulatory compliance.

This on-site role emphasizes safety, precision, and teamwork, with opportunities to influence prototype testing and instrument integration while advancing innovation and reliability across Honda's future mobility initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science/engineering or automotive field preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5 years R&D laboratory testing experience.
• Experience with data acquisition, instrumentation, CAD drawings, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support the Test Operations Lab; ensure safety and quality.
• Direct proper use of test equipment and review data for accuracy.
• Perform prototype testing and read CATIA drawings for specs.
• Maintain training and certifications (e.g., HDMA driver’s license, large equipment).

Skills

Data Acquisition

Test Equipment

Instrumentation

CAD drawings

MS Office

CMM

High Speed Video

Leadership

Electrical & Hydraulic Controls

Education

Associate degree in science/engineering

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!

Wage Information $51,400.00 -

$77,100.00

Job Purpose

This role supports the Lighting and Vision Department by conducting laboratory tests on electric and internal combustion engine vehicles. Responsibilities include preparing and executing development and validation tests for new-model lighting and vision systems; collecting, analysing, then interpreting data from instruments and acquisition systems; plus evaluating lamps, lighting controls, visibility systems, camera- or sensor-based vision functions, and regulatory compliance. The position requires strong attention to detail, technical proficiency, teamwork, and the ability to provide engineering expertise. It also supports safety, quality, process documentation, and analytics-driven continuous improvement throughout prototype testing.

Key Accountabilities

Test Operations Lab

Supports contract staff through training, quality control and accountability. Identifies and solves potential problems with part quality. Identify potential or current test performance issues and apply countermeasures including modifications to equipment or procedures while working directly with design & test engineering staff. Apply PDCA to prevent problem reoccurrence where applicable. Coordinates visitor compliance with safety policies and procedures

Technical Expertise

Directs the proper use of test equipment considering capabilities, limits, and safe use of the equipment. Serves as Subject Matter Expert for Assigned lab test modes and equipment. Program Data Acquisition, identify Instrumentation mounting location and install Instrumentation (Accelerometers, Load Cells, Strain Gages, & Potentiometers) per SAE J211. Reviews Test data and confirms Accuracy and Validity. Supports annual Equipment health review and creates action plans for remedies including justifying upgrades and new equipment. Utilize prototype expertise to design tools or parts to improve performance/accuracy.

New Model Prototype Testing

Perform accurate and efficient testing per test procedure instruction with a priority on Safety. Perform special modifications to existing products per countermeasure assigned. Read / interpret CATIA drawings to determine design / material specs. Operate tools and equipment to assemble / disassemble parts per specifications. Inspect / test parts to confirm quality & operation. Interface with design / test engineers to verify technical data and review final assembly. Obtain and maintain appropriate training (HDMA driver’s license, large equipment license, machinist, CMM, etc.)

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

Associates Degree in science/engineering/automotive[BA1.1] preferred or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience

5 years Research and Development Laboratory Testing

Other Job-Specific Skills

Data Acquisition, Test Equipment, Testing Process, Instrumentation, CAD/Engineering drawings, Microsoft Office Suite, Coordinate Measurement Machines, High Speed Video, Electronic and Hydraulic Control Systems, Leadership

Working Conditions

This role is based on-site and 40% of the job takes place in the office, 50% in the lab and 10% in meetings. Occasional travel may be required to benchmark other labs, qualify other test labs, factory support, and support new equipment evaluations and commissioning. Overtime can be significant (10 hrs/week) during times of peak testing. Maintains professional conduct and follows all departmental, safety Department, and company policies, procedures, and rules.

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.