Engineering Development Program - May 2023 Graduates
Engineering Development Program
Honda has a clear vision for the future in 2030, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for people with the individual skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. We are seeking diversity of thought and experience to drive innovation and help us make fully informed decisions.
This position will participate in Honda Development & Manufacturing of America, LLC’s (HDMA) Engineering Development Program (EDP), which over the last 25 years, has been a critical program in the development of entry level engineers.
This is a one to two-year program where the participant will rotate through various departments/roles throughout HDMA. The purpose of this program is for incoming engineers to gain experience on the various facets that create HDMA’s manufacturing and business operations. Successful graduates of HDMA’s EDP will return to a “Home” department (role outlined below) with the ability to draw from their experiences and contacts made in various host departments and understand key factors that drive business activity.
This position reflects multiple openings in multiple locations. Locations include:
Ohio: Marysville & Raymond
Alabama: Lincoln
Georgia: Tallapoosa
Indiana: Greensburg
Vehicle Design Engineering – Design Engineers are responsible for taking styling concepts and merging them with the latest technologies to create feasible vehicle systems/component designs. They engage heavily with other design disciplines in a collaborative process to find the best balance of marketability and create high quality drawings of the final design that satisfy technical requirements along with team targets. (Available in Ohio)
Manufacturing Engineering – Manufacturing Engineers lead, create and implement innovative technical activities and solutions in almost all areas of Manufacturing operations. Manufacturing Engineers monitor and manage equipment and processes to ensure optimal manufacturing performance and function while minimizing operating expenses. (Available in Ohio, Indiana & Alabama)
Equipment/Tooling Design Engineering – Design Engineers are responsible for designing various manufacturing equipment (stamping, hardware & software, die & mold) to ensure the efficiency and stability of new models and new technology introduction in all HDMA North American Manufacturing facilities. (Available in Ohio)
Quality Engineering – Effectively interacts with Mfg. Depts, Support Depts, Suppliers and R&D to obtain consensus when determining root cause and suggesting countermeasures to gain a clear resolution to problems. In some areas, Quality Engineers will also perform car testing during new model trial stages to ensure the design intent is realized with actual vehicle performance. (Available in Ohio & Georgia)
Facilities Engineering - Assist with the planning and implementation of the layouts of plant, office, and production equipment to provide the maximum utilization of facilities and efficiency of production. Key focus of this role will be development and sustainability of the electrical infrastructure to minimize risk to production, minimize maintenance downtime, and maximize cost efficiency where possible. (Available in Ohio, Indiana, Georgia & Alabama) These positions will have 3-5 month long rotations at other locations that require up to an hour commute. Additional commute will be in a company vehicle and on company time.
We are looking for qualified people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic. To bring the future to Honda as an associate within the Engineering Development Program, you must have the following qualifications and knowledge/skills:
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree from an ABET or ATMAE accredited program
- Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or other equivalent engineering degree
- 3 months co-op/internship experience in a relevant environment (preferred)
- Less than 2 years of engineering work experience
Knowledge and Skills
- Highly effective communication skills (verbal & written)
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to balance workload and set priorities
- Ability to present to varying audiences
- Work in a team environment
Total Rewards
Competitive Base Pay
Overtime (Salaried position, but with straight time overtime!)
Sign on Bonus
Bonus Program
Company Lease Car Program (includes car, maintenance & insurance options)
Honda Product Purchase Programs
Hybrid Remote Work Opportunities (based on position)
401K Program
Company Service-Based Contribution to your 401K (no match required)
Medical, Dental, Vision
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.