Development Research Principal Engineer
Company: Honda Dev. and Mfg. of Am.,LLC
Location: Marysville
Posted on: July 18, 2025
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Job Description:
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! Job purpose: Manages a portfolio
of R&D projects using applied scientific and engineering
principles in the area of advanced engineering and manufacturing
technologies with both internal and external partners. Will be
responsible for proposing new research activities and leading teams
of cross-functional direct and/or indirect researchers in the
execution of research activities. Specific areas include, but are
not limited to, design and manufacture of battery cells and
components, efficiency improvement using Machine Learning (ML) and
Artificial Intelligence (AI) methodologies, emerging manufacturing
technologies, semiconductors, and quantum computing. Will use
Subject Matter Expertise (SME) and industry knowledge to help
develop research strategies. Key Accountabilities: Lead all aspects
of research projects and independently manage technical program
resources including leading direct and/or indirect reports and
while maintaining leading knowledge of state-of-the-art principles
and theories. Builds the capability of less experienced team
members. As a Subject Matter Expert, fosters development of new
research areas, proposing and leading all aspects of new activities
independently. Within assigned R&D activities, identify root
cause of highly technical and multidisciplinary problems and
develop plans, designs, test systems, materials, techniques and
processes to achieve objectives. Workstyle: Should be able to work
in office at least 4 business days per workweek at the Honda ADC,
Raymond, OH. Qualifications, Experience and Skills: Bachelor’s
degree in Engineering (Majors: Computer Engineering / Science,
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical / Electronics / Applied Physics
/ Computational Mathematics / Quantum Mechanics, etc) 8 years of
relevant experience Passion for research, solving hard problems,
and challenging the status quo. Semiconductor manufacturing
experience. Testing and validation Specifying requirements for
semiconductor devices and components Setting up and validation of
optimization simulations Multi-physics simulations Project
management including development of SOW with external partners, and
maintenance of budget and deliverable schedules. Demonstrated
ability to lead technical teams Confidently make autonomous
decisions bounded by the research mission and understanding of the
company business model. Clearly communicate new research and
technology concepts and ideas to technical team members and
management. Scientifically analyze data provided from tests and
experiments to gather knowledge and understanding of the subject of
research. Oversee overall research project schedule, budget, and
direction. Desirable Skills: Familiarity with photolithography,
semiconductor assembly and packaging Familiarity with various IC
architectures Familiarity in developing ML/AI workflows, agentic
models Experience with quantum computing simulations Experience in
simulation of quantum computers. 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, 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: Lifestyle
Account Childcare Reimbursement Account Elder Care Support Tuition
Assistance & Student Loan Repayment 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.
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