Company: American Honda Motor Company
Location: Raymond, OH
Posted on: May 22
What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda has a clear vision for the future, and its 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 Hondas, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!Job Purpose Design Project Leader-I MMC leads a cross functional design team for New Model change projects to define the detailed plan to execute ATV/SxS development while achieving quality, cost and delivery (QCD) targets. Projects are medium to large minor model changes (S/N to CF Flow). Key Accountabilities Collaborate with LPL to set a development execution plan for design team that achieves quality, cost and delivery. Breakdown clear targets, work packages and schedules for the project team to achieve the project milestones thru the project lifecycle from concept to production launch.Collaborate with the project team (including Japan Engine Development) and suppliers to define vehicle performance and design specifications that achieves the overall vehicle concept including sales, manufacturing and purchasing viewpoints. Manage complete vehicle spec cost to achieve model specific sales and profit targets. Collaborate with cost planning, purchasing and cost PL to support cost evaluations. Manage complete vehicle spec weight to achieve model specific performance targets.Lead cross functional design team for problem solving and countermeasure activity while balancing development QCD. Apply situational leadership principles to navigate diverse viewpoints, unique technical challenges and business constraints.Coordinate with project management, management and technical leadership to ensure project teams readiness for major milestones such as drawing issues, build events and technical evaluations. Monitor project risks and elevate concerns to project stakeholders.Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.7+ years of related work experience with a Bachelors degree in Engineering. Prior Project PL ExperienceDemonstrated experience & knowledge of Powersports Product DevelopmentAbility to understand CAD layout, drawings, and technical data.Strong leadership, negotiation, diplomacy and conflict resolution skillsExcellent multi-tasking, prioritizing, and decision making skillsAbility to positively influence & motivate team members.Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel and Power Point)What differentiates Honda and makes 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.)Regional Bonus (when applicable)Manager Lease Car Program (No Cost - Car, Maintenance, and Insurance included)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer MobilityEducation Reimbursement for Continued learningTraining and Development ProgramsAdditional Offerings:Lifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportTuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct ProgramsFree Drinks OnsiteHonda 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.