Chassis Design Principal Engineer II

Honda Racing Corporation USA • Santa Clarita, CA

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About The Position

Lead and provide design engineering expertise for racecar vehicle design projects supporting HRC’s pinnacle and grassroots motorsports programs. This role is responsible for creating and analyzing design concepts, CAD models, and drawings, interpreting test results, planning and completing assigned engineering projects, and mentoring engineers.

Requirements

• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• 15+ years in motorsport vehicle design
• 10+ years in chassis design for professional motorsports
• Technical project management experience
• Extensive CAD modeling expertise (parametric modeling preferred)
• Comprehensive knowledge of race car chassis and mechanical systems
• Strong engineering principles and analytical skills
• Knowledge of raw materials, machining, casting, and treatment processes
• Proficient in CAD software and design documentation
• Project management and problem-solving skills
• Active listening, leadership, teamwork, flexibility
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs of vehicle components

Responsibilities

• Technical Direction & Mentorship: Develop team capabilities, promote collaboration, manage conflict, provide feedback, and optimize resources.
• Design Leadership: Lead design activities for subsystem prototype validation.
• Strategic Planning & Team Development: Implement mid- to long-term plans, set priorities, mentor associates, evaluate performance, prepare business plans and budgets, and coordinate cross-functional activities
• Administration: Ensure timely reporting of design faults, manage vendors, and oversee project timelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level