Senior PLM Software and System Design Engineer II

About the Role

The Digital Product Management (DPM) Development Systems Engineer II is responsible for projects, system enhancements, and portfolio support of Honda’s DPM systems. This includes tools, methods, and processes necessary for the development and verification of advanced products such as Automotive, Power Sports, and Power Equipment.

The ideal candidate will provide direction, technical leadership, and lead projects while collaborating with North American business teams, Japan-based IT teams, and global outsourcing vendors. Coordination with other New Model Development Systems department IT teams is critical to implement and support integrations with engineering tools like Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), or Computer Aided Testing (CAT). The DPM Development Systems Engineer serves as the technical resource for CAD and PLM tools when working with other AHM IT units/teams and HDMA function group users.

Responsibilities

• Supervise tools and processes within the Digital Product Management (DPM) team.
• Define system and application support metrics to monitor support quality and performance, implementing measures to meet quality and performance goals.
• Coach junior engineers in providing support for their assigned solutions.
• Lead roles in implementing next-generation CAD and PLM tools and processes.
• Lead medium-complexity projects and support large/global initiatives as a key North American technical contributor.
• Define steps required to meet outcomes for broad and complex initiatives, including budget and resource planning.
• Identify opportunities for sharing and utilizing CAD and PLM tools across the enterprise.
• Develop 1-3 year strategy and roadmap for future Digital Product Management (DPM) functionality in collaboration with business units.
• Present coordinated DPM Platform portfolio roadmaps to AHM IT Department and Unit Leaders for inclusion in business planning and to secure project funding.
• Develop budget estimates and resource requirements for the Development Management Platform portfolio.
• Contribute to Unit and Department vision with minimal accountability in leadership at this level.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Information Technology, Computer Science/Applications, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical, or similar STEM field).
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience.

Skills

• Expert knowledge in at least 2 of the following disciplines:
  • Product design and manufacturing principles (Design, BOM, Specification, Testing).
  • Enterprise Product Lifecycle Management Applications (DS 3DExperience, ARAS Innovator, Siemens Teamcenter, or similar).
  • Mechanical engineering principles (Stress, strain, force, mass, etc.).
  • Design and Manufacturing Applications (CAD, CAE, CAM, or CAT).
• Working knowledge in at least 2 of the following IT disciplines:
  • Computer operating systems, database, and application administration.
  • Programming skills (compiled languages: C/C++/C#, Visual Basic/Java, and scripting using Python).
  • Fundamentals of DevSecOps framework.
  • Agile software development methods.
• General knowledge across the Product Development Lifecycle (PLM) and corresponding DPM practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing or verbally and adapt style depending on audience.
• Proficiency in Project Management.
• Ability to proactively practice cross-region interpersonal communication.
• Ability to structure knowledge and share it widely across units.

Schedule

This is an onsite job. One remote workday per week may be possible with prior departmental approval.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary (pay based on geographic location, work experience, and other variables).
• Paid overtime.
• Regional bonus (when applicable).
• Industry-leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription).
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and shutdown.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution.
• Relocation assistance (if eligible).
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Career mobility.
• Education reimbursement for continued learning.
• Training and development programs.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Lifestyle account.
• Childcare reimbursement account.
• Elder care support.
• Wellbeing program.
• Community service and engagement programs.
• Product programs.