Mechanical Design Engineer
About The Position
With guidance and support, the Mechanical Design Engineer sets part specifications that contribute to high-quality products at a reasonable cost. The role supports assigned parts from concept through mass production, including development scheduling, design conceptualization and execution, 3D modeling, drawing creation and issuance, cost estimation, change-point verification, and Bill of Materials management. The engineer works with internal teams, suppliers, and Honda purchasing to develop and verify designs, resolve issues, negotiate costs, and prepare and report required documentation. The role primarily takes place at a desk or meeting table, with occasional hands-on support for tests or inspections. Overtime is expected based on project demands, and travel averages one to five trips annually, typically to nearby suppliers or Honda factories.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
- 0–2 years of experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to retain and organize information.
- Short-, mid-, and long-term scheduling and time-management skills.
- 3D parametric modeling skills, including creating and modifying models using solid and surfacing techniques.
- Drawing creation and dimensioning skills.
- Ability to analyze clearances by identifying variation factors and calculating tolerance stack-ups.
- Ability to design for assembly and manufacturing, considering processes such as casting, machining, stamping, and/or plastic injection molding.
- Ability to resolve cross-functional issues by identifying decision-making factors, gathering and summarizing relevant data, and negotiating with related parties.
- Cost calculation and design optimization skills, including evaluating supplier quotations and modifying designs to reduce part cost.
Responsibilities
- Establish, manage, and report the development schedule for assigned parts from concept through mass production.
- Determine which aspects of assigned parts must be changed or verified to meet vehicle targets, and clarify inputs and targets for verification items.
- Develop 3D layout concepts and mature them into fully defined models, considering manufacturing, assembly, maintenance, and variation factors; revise designs as needed when failures arise.
- Define part specifications in drawings so parts can be manufactured and assembled to satisfy design inputs.
- Estimate costs for new designs and work with Honda purchasing to negotiate reasonable costs with suppliers.
- Assess potential side impacts of vehicle changes on assigned parts, establish confirmation prospects, and compare estimated and actual results.
- Collaborate with internal and external parties and develop countermeasures.
- Create required documentation, report at evaluation events, and follow up on action items by requested deadlines.
- Manage Bill of Materials for assigned parts.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary, with pay based on factors including geographic location and work experience.
- Paid overtime.
- Regional bonus when applicable.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug 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.
- Relocation assistance if eligible.
- Advancement opportunities and career mobility.
- Education reimbursement for continued learning.
- Training and development programs.
- Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
- Lifestyle account.
- Childcare reimbursement account.
- Elder care support.
- Wellbeing program.
- Community service and engagement programs.
- Product programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
