Vehicle Performance Software Engineer I

Honda • Santa Clarita, CA

302d • $82,400 - $123,500

About The Position

The Vehicle Performance Software Engineer I will develop advanced software for data analysis, machine learning, control systems, and predictive simulation, with the objective to optimize racing car design and setup configurations for on-track vehicle performance gains.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Machine Learning, or Computer Science.
• 1-3 years of software development in the engineering domain.
• Strong understanding of machine learning technologies.
• Strong understanding of best practices in regression modelling.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles: mathematics and physics.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in best practices in software development, including source control, requirements, design, and testing.
• 1 year of prior experience in a motorsport or automotive engineering development role.
• 2-3 years of experience in at least 2 software technologies/languages from: C++, Simulink, MATLAB, Python.
• Proven excellent ability to communicate technical information effectively both verbally and in written form to a wide variety of audiences.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced, time-critical, and sensitive environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented individual who can work effectively under pressure in a culturally diverse environment.
• Ability to work self-directed, under minimal supervision.
• Good time-management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Able to identify and resolve routine problems.
• Strong PC and software knowledge including MS Office products.
• Demonstrates clear sense of urgency appropriate to a competitive racing environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain advanced machine learning models for the purposes of modelling the characteristics and behaviors of racing car systems.
• Research a wide array of model paradigms to seek the most appropriate technologies to solve specific problems.
• Design experiments and specify instrumentation to acquire training data from simulation or real-world testing.
• Train models and validate them for speed, functionality, and robustness using best practices in model testing.
• Develop software for onboard control systems on racing cars and devise control schemes to solve specific problems with car control.
• Conduct FMEA style analyses to ensure safe and robust behaviors in the event of failures.
• Assist with data analysis and simulation to develop calibrations of control system parameters.
• Write and maintain data processing, analysis, and visualization tools.
• Develop and maintain software for the physical modelling of racing car systems.
• Work with race car vehicle dynamics experts to produce requirements specifications and test specifications.
• Create and maintain model code and test models for validity.
• Calibrate model parameters to optimize accuracy.
• Communicate on project and testing status and present/report results in clear formats.
• Create and post technical reports in a timely manner.
• Control documents per records retention policy.
• Liaise with HRC engineers and racing team partners.
• Maintain communication and collaboration within HRC, other Honda companies, and external partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree