Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC • Anna, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer leads, creates, and implements technical activities and solutions in mass production, business planning, and new model work to meet or exceed targets for safety, environment, quality, delivery, cost, and morale. The role analyzes production performance, develops countermeasures, manages equipment and processes, and introduces technologies to improve manufacturing efficiency. It also manages projects, budgets, schedules, and resources, while developing technical capability in colleagues and teams.

The position is split between office work and manufacturing lineside activity. It involves hands-on equipment investigation and troubleshooting in a production environment, with required PPE and lockout procedures. The work may involve exposure to hydraulic oils, cutting lubricants, and ferrous and aluminum materials. Overtime of 10–15 hours per week may be required, along with occasional weekend or off-shift support and approximately 5% domestic and international travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, such as Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering, with relevant experience and an interest in manufacturing; alternatively, six years of experience if no degree.
• Zero to six years of manufacturing experience, depending on education.
• Computer literacy to support industry-standard software applications.
• Positive attitude, open-mindedness, and ability to work as a team player.
• Strong self-motivation and desire to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to self-manage and provide direction to others.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and solve complex problems through analysis, proposing and implementing countermeasures based on timing, quality, and cost.
• Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage projects.
• Ability to work in a production environment requiring personal protective equipment and lockout procedures.
• Ability to work with hand and power tools, automation equipment, quality gauging, and instrumentation.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing co-op experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with all organizational levels to ensure common understanding and direction.
• Review and analyze daily reports to identify safety, quality, and delivery gaps and determine countermeasures or root-cause analysis opportunities.
• Use data analysis and Plan Do Check Act (PDCA) to develop, justify, and implement solutions with related groups and departments.
• Monitor and manage equipment and processes to optimize manufacturing performance and function while minimizing operating expense.
• Develop the capabilities of self, colleagues, and the team through training, mentoring, and sharing technical knowledge and experience.
• Set priorities and make data-informed decisions to accomplish business objectives.
• Manage project implementation, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations to achieve successful completion and targets.
• Test, evaluate, and implement new technologies to improve equipment and process efficiency.
• Develop and manage investment and expense budgets to achieve cost targets.
• Investigate and troubleshoot equipment hands-on to address issues and identify improvement activities.

Benefits

• Competitive base wages, with pay based on factors including geographic location and work experience.
• Paid overtime.
• Regional bonus when applicable.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefit plans.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with company match and additional contribution.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Career mobility.
• Education reimbursement for continued learning.
• Training and development programs.
• Lifestyle account.
• Childcare reimbursement account.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Elder care support.
• Wellbeing program.
• Community service and engagement programs.
• Product programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree