About This Role
Planning and leading the development of software for future influential models is the main focus of this engineering role, with an emphasis on quality and reliability. The position leads a team and focuses on developing head unit software, considering and integrating new technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design of engineering solutions with associated drawings and validation processes for the head unit software
- Consider, build, or bring in new technologies and specifications, managing associated risks and addressing issues to ensure all variations work correctly
- Write clear and concise reports, presentations, and/or technical documents to record development activities, communicating directly with Technical Experts and Technical Leads
- Compile and/or develop documentation (i.e., specification sheets, test reports, evaluation documents, and/or drawings) and submit all necessary information as required by schedule
- Review documents prepared by team members for completeness and quality check
- Provide guidance to others as needed
- Identify as subject matter expert for the department
- Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging technologies, external regulations, and industry best practices through continuing professional development, conferences, and specialist publications
- Analyze data and interpret test results, predict performance and failure, and provide required product data
- Lead technical negotiations with suppliers
- Bring new technology from existing or new suppliers
- Support and guide junior associates in their own interactions with suppliers
- Direct the Honda selected suppliers to design and manage the component to maturation schedule requirements
- Perform actual hands-on testing, which may include developing unique requirements for system components, to guarantee product performance
- Review engineering specifications and design test procedures
- Propose new test procedures as needed
- Guide and coach junior associates with their testing activities
- Recognize and specify critical functional (hardware, software, and communication) requirements for system components to match customer demands
- Develop, write, and issue specification requirements for system components
- Research and influence the future path and trends of infotainment system architecture, features/functions, and efficient development methods
- Assess the marketplace demands with a competitive viewpoint of infotainment software requirements
Requirements
’s level degree in Engineering (e.g., Computer Science / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Engineering or a related STEM field of study)
- Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- Ability to cultivate and manage relationships of varying levels in/out of the organization, including with suppliers
- Strong customer service focus and mindset
- Strong project organization and management capability
- Ability to acclimate to new environments, negotiate through unknowns, and meet new people
- Ability to manage time effectively and productively
- Solid quantitative / analytical problem-solving skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Other required computer skills, such as PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project, Word, etc.
- Strong decision-making skills, able to make sound decisions on complex matters
- Effective negotiation ability
- Ability to multi-task and work independently
- Strong global dexterity and ability to adapt to cultural differences
Benefits
- 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, shutdown
- Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
- Relocation assistance (if eligible)
- Advancement Opportunities
- Career Mobility
- Education Reimbursement for Continued learning
- Training and Development Programs
- Lifestyle Account
- Childcare Reimbursement Account
- Elder Care Support
- Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
- Wellbeing Program
- Community Service and Engagement Programs
- Product Programs
Important Details
- Schedule: 1st Shift
- Workstyle: onsite, one remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval
About the Company
Honda has a clear vision for the future, striving to be a company 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. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive its business with record success, aiming to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”
