Product Testing Engineer

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a HondaHonda 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!Job PurposeProduct Testing Engineer is responsible for executing development projects to generate functioning prototypes that will eventually become production ATV/SxS vehicles, researching and applying new technologies to support business targets and maintaining global vehicle product quality Key AccountabilitiesDevelop basic component and system layouts for ATV/SxS prototype vehicles that achieve concept targets, function requirements, and manufacturing requisites with minimal supervision. Communicate specification requirements and manufacturing control points via prototype, production drawings and prepare test summaries.Set basic performance targets to satisfy vehicle concept and competitiveness. Perform validations of specification targets, requirements, components, and complete vehicles through application of engineering principles, simulations, and physical testing with minimal supervision. Maintain accurate technical, development, and administrative documentation as required.Create and manage schedule of individual work to ensure deadlines are met, communicate resource needs with supervisor, and effectively utilize contractor resources with minimal supervision. Consistently communicate project status real time and participate in project meetings, discussions, and development events.Generate basic ideas that contribute to the evolution of new technologies. Support maturation of ideas to prepare for development applications with minimal supervision.Support market quality themes. Utilize problem-solving methods to investigate root causes. Advance and implement corrective maintenance specs as necessary Qualifications/Experience/SkillMinimum Educational Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringMinimum Experience:Experience with data acquisition is strongly desirableHands-on experience maintaining, repairing vehicles is strongly desirableExperience riding Power Sports products (Motorcycles, ATV, SxS) is strongly desirableOther Job-Specific Skills:Capable data acquisition and laboratory skills/techniquesCapable analytical, problem solving, judgement, decision-making and prioritizationCapable data acquisition and laboratory skillsCapable understanding of development project cycles, milestonesCapable in Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA)Competent in written and oral communicationCompetent analytical, problem solving, judgement, decision-making and prioritizationCompetent in creating a plan and scheduleCompetent time management skillsMust be able to possess a high level of confidentialit Working ConditionsTravel: Up to 10% may be required. Amount varies based on project demands/responsibilities, conferences, etc.; includes possible overseas travel.Physical: Primarily at a desk, some work in a lab and/or test vehicle, frequent keyboarding. Frequent kneeling, standing, reaching, squatting, bending, pushing and lifting. Some physical effort required (pushing 50+ pounds; lifting 25–50 pounds).Hazards: Risks found in a typical office & shop setting. Exposure to explosives/flammables, pressurized equipment, toxic chemicals and moving parts.Overtime: Overtime expected based on project demands/responsibilities.Maintains professional conduct and follows all departmental, safety DEPARTMENT, and COMPANY policies, Procedures, AND rules.  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 OvertimeRegional Bonus (when applicable)Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx) Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdownCompany Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401K Plan with company match + additional contributionRelocation assistance (if eligible)Career Growth:Advancement OpportunitiesCareer Mobility  Education Reimbursement for Continued LearningTraining and Development programs Additional Offerings:Tuition Assistance & Student Loan RepaymentLifestyle AccountChildcare Reimbursement AccountElder Care SupportWellbeing ProgramCommunity Service and Engagement ProgramsProduct Programs  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.

Created: 2025-09-10