Engine Systems & Drivability Engineer at American Honda Motor Co.

Job Purpose

Through Software and Calibration, The Systems & Drivability engineer will be responsible for confirming that the integration of the full powertrain meet Honda, consumer, and regulatory requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Schedule planning, management, & reporting: Based on assignments provided from direct supervisor, propose a completion plan and review it to ensure expectations and priority are properly understood.  Plan daily work to achieve objectives, notifying direct supervisor in advance of risks to meet the deadline.
• Learn test process: Consult with direct supervisor to understand the scope and direction for testing / calibration assignments.  Follow direct supervisor's advice on what to investigate and/or confirm.  Complete all testing as instructed.  Complete all required training for in-house software, calibration hardware, and vehicle / facility safety.
• System functionality interdependencies: Consult with direct supervisor or group experts to learn how to estimate potential impacts of design changes and calibration updates. 
• Change point verification: Work with direct supervisor to learn the overall process and the specific role of the Test Engineer.  Consult with group experts to determine the starting point, what should be verified and how it should be verified for assigned part based on the vehicle change points.
• Internal Collaboration: Communicate with your direct supervisor at the appropriate frequency to avoid becoming stuck or to avoid excessive rework due to too much time spent working toward the wrong direction.  Communicate the status of assignments in the weekly group meeting.  Share concerns with direct supervisor in monthly check in meetings.
• Document Creation, Reporting & Follow up: Under close guidance of direct supervisor, create documentation for assigned parts, report in evaluation events, and respond to any follow up items per requested deadline.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• BS or MS in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering
• 2-year Associates degree + 5 years’ experience
• Proficient PC skills, including but not limited to excel, PowerPoint, and Matlab

Working Conditions

• Associate will work on the actual vehicle with hand and power tools.  Candidate can expect to spend a portion of their time working in the lab – confirming their systems on bench, on the car, or in thermal chambers. (50%)
• Associate will perform analysis and documentation, then communicate findings to varying levels of management. (50%)