Sr. ADAS Design Engineer (EX3/CL4) - American Honda Motor Co Inc

At Honda, The Power of Dreams drives us to create intelligent products that enhance mobility and increase the joy in people’s lives.

We continue to draw inspiration from the visionary ideas of our namesake, Soichiro Honda. He saw incredible power in the freedom of mobility and used his imagination to change the world. It is this mindset that guides us to help move people forward and protect the future we all share.

We strive to earn the trust and support of the many diverse communities we happily serve, and we’ll always remember who’s in the driver’s seat on the way to a better world for all.

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

The ADAS Design Senior Engineer is expected to support technology development and lead integration of ADAS hardware components/systems (to include but not limited to: monocular and multiview cameras, milliwave and blind spot radar, parking sensors, SRS unit/sensors, and information management gateway) while also possessing the knowledge and leadership skills to coach junior designers and lead cross functional/organizational discussions.  The associate will coordinate/perform a full range of design/development activities relevant to departmental and organizational needs while correlating with 4MOC/SDM counterparts, international engineering teams as well as external vendors and customers all while assuming PIC responsibility for assigned parts within a development project(s).

• Produce 3D designs, 2D layouts, and drawings of automotive electrical components from initial concept through mass production. Components may include vision systems and radar for automotive driving, sensors for safety systems and related hardware. 
• Evaluate feasibility, layout checks, cost/wt/inv, and maintenance requirements of designs and/or applications.
• Thorough understanding of current design guides and propose new design guides to Technical Management, as necessary
• Manage development projects/schedules, coordinate with corollary departments/suppliers and research new technologies and market trends
• Writing and presenting technical reports

• Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant design experience preferred
• Basic proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 (preferred)
• 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
• Computer skills, such as PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Word, CATIA, CAE, 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
• Ability to design for assembly
• Strong tolerance study and calculation capability
• Acute attention to detail

• Commitment to work necessary work hours to achieve all responsibilities, including overtime and operating periodically at early and late day hours
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Kneeling, bending, sitting, standing, and maneuvering inside of vehicles is required
• Travel is sometimes required - ~5% (International travel may be requested)
• Office work is split between on-site and remote (Work from Home, WFH)
• Vehicle-level testing is conducted either on-site in a specified lab or offsite at a supplier/contracted facility
   

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, education, etc.
• Annual Bonus
• Overtime
• Industry leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, personal days
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Lifestyle Bonus
• Relocation assistance

Career Growth:

• Advancement opportunities
• Career mobility  
• Education reimbursement for continued learning
• Training and Development programs 

Additional Offerings:

• Wellbeing program
• Community service and engagement programs
• Product programs
• Free drinks onsite

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.

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

The ADAS Design Senior Engineer is expected to support technology development and lead integration of ADAS hardware components/systems (to include but not limited to: monocular and multiview cameras, milliwave and blind spot radar, parking sensors, SRS unit/sensors, and information management gateway) while also possessing the knowledge and leadership skills to coach junior designers and lead cross functional/organizational discussions.  The associate will coordinate/perform a full range of design/development activities relevant to departmental and organizational needs while correlating with 4MOC/SDM counterparts, international engineering teams as well as external vendors and customers all while assuming PIC responsibility for assigned parts within a development project(s).

• Produce 3D designs, 2D layouts, and drawings of automotive electrical components from initial concept through mass production. Components may include vision systems and radar for automotive driving, sensors for safety systems and related hardware. 
• Evaluate feasibility, layout checks, cost/wt/inv, and maintenance requirements of designs and/or applications.
• Thorough understanding of current design guides and propose new design guides to Technical Management, as necessary
• Manage development projects/schedules, coordinate with corollary departments/suppliers and research new technologies and market trends
• Writing and presenting technical reports

• Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of relevant design experience preferred
• Basic proficiency in CATIA V5/V6 (preferred)
• 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
• Computer skills, such as PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Word, CATIA, CAE, 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
• Ability to design for assembly
• Strong tolerance study and calculation capability
• Acute attention to detail

• Commitment to work necessary work hours to achieve all responsibilities, including overtime and operating periodically at early and late day hours
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs.
• Kneeling, bending, sitting, standing, and maneuvering inside of vehicles is required
• Travel is sometimes required - ~5% (International travel may be requested)
• Office work is split between on-site and remote (Work from Home, WFH)
• Vehicle-level testing is conducted either on-site in a specified lab or offsite at a supplier/contracted facility