Test Engineer
Russells Point, OH, US, 43348-9703
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda
Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”
We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.
If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!
About this Position:
The Test Engineer’s primary role is operation of dynamometers to conduct powertrain durability and performance testing. The testing process includes initial setup of powertrain products (Transmission, Rear Differential, Transfers), installing test equipment, managing data acquisition systems, performing periodic checks during the test, powertrain disassembly, and creating detailed report summarizing test results for the powertrain approval process.
Responsibilities include:
- Perform engine dynamometer testing guaranteeing test conditions & guidelines and understanding test purpose
- Manage data acquisition equipment to ensure accuracy of ECM data collected, interpret data to ensure proper function of the engine and test equipment
- Perform all data collection, product maintenance, and evaluations guaranteeing adherence to test guidelines
- Troubleshoot basic electrical and mechanical issues with test related equipment and powertrains and participate in the problem solving activities
- Upon test completion, disassemble powertrain product and complete component analysis based on test viewpoint and perform preliminary assessment of Test data and components
- Support maintenance of test equipment to assure proper function
Who we are seeking:
Required Work Experience:
- Co-op/ internship experience preferred
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or an Associate’s degree in Engineering with 2 years experience or 6 years of equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Desired skills:
- Microsoft Office, Auto CAD or Catia
Additional Position Factors:
- Work environment is typically within a testing laboratory at dynamometer work stations. Work load requires approximately 5 hours of OT/week with some scheduled weekend shift requirements.
What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?
Total Rewards:
• Competitive Base Salary (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Paid Overtime
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
Career Growth:
• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development programs
Additional Offerings:
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Elder Care Support
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs
• Free Drinks Onsite
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.