Charging Solutions Test Senior Engineer Job at American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Torrance, CA

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  • American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
  • Torrance, CA

Job Description

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!This position is not eligible for sponsorshipLocationTorrance CA Job PurposeThe role of the Charging Solutions Test Sr. Engineer is to prepare, conduct and report on development testing and internal performance-to-specification validation of Honda's charging product line up. The Sr. Engineer coordinates competitive benchmarking of commercially available charging products, troubleshooting charging issues in market and creates reports. Working within and updating Honda's EVSE Laboratory Safety Procedures as well as externally in lab environment of utilities, 3rd party labs, the Sr. Engineer supports with other Honda Engineering and Business personnel to prepare test processes, develop formal test plans, organize and report on test results. The Sr. Engineer provides input to the acquisition of laboratory equipment and data acquisition systems which support Honda's charging product development and validation processes. The Sr. Engineer is responsible for all aspects of testing processes, including maintaining a calibration history for all related laboratory equipment, coordination of test scheduling and planning supported by Honda Technical Personnel in the related laboratories. The Sr. Engineer works with other Honda Engineers and external suppliers and partners to compile and report the test results in concise and easy to understand formats. The Sr. Engineer will be responsible for coordinating the processes which are used to organize and maintain data repositories for all Test Plans, Test Procedures, Equipment Calibration history and maintaining a safe and orderly workspace. Key AccountabilitiesEssential Duties & Responsibilities: As directed, manage and expand Honda's Transportation Electrification LaboratoryDevelop and/or maintain laboratory procedures for evaluation of power electronics systems products in alignment with applicable national and international standardsWork with Honda's domestic and international team members in the specification of and acquisition of laboratory test equipmentLead the development of specialized test fixtures/jigs for power systems product testingCollaborate deeply with Honda's product planning teams to define, plan, coordinate and execute applicable test, development, validation and compliance testsPrepare, setup, and perform tests as defined under Honda's multi-stage product development and validation flow processesCoordinate the joint responsibility to document the product development test reportsApply and enhance Honda's test data documentation archiving taxonomyAssure maintenance of all laboratory equipment and compliance-related technical documentsCoordinate and maintain Honda's archive all relevant Industry Standards defining certification processes and requirements for charging products and charging related systemsAs directed, manage the process to obtain and/or maintain lab accreditationsLaboratory Development, Maintenance and Planning:Provide Honda guidance and recommendations regarding Test Equipment, Testing Methods and Best Practices to align with prevailing industry standards governing certification of grid interactive charging systemCommunicating Complex ConceptCollaborate with other Honda laboratory locations to maintain alignment and seamless communications and data exchange interoperabilitCoordinate training and operational processes for existing and new test equipment building on Honda's laboratory maintenance and calibration processes Issues Management and Remediation:Follow Honda escalation and communication protocols pertaining to risk management Qualifications, Experience and SkillsElectrical Engineering or related bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience3+ years of charging product Development and Testing work experience or equivalentKnowledge of Electrical and Electronic Laboratory equipment that enables comprehensive evaluation of electrical and communications systems used to conduct EVSE-EV testingKnowledge of digital communications development and testing tools which support evaluation of communications from a dispatch source (e.g. Utility or Market Operator dispatch to Resource Aggregator to Honda communications domain including Honda Server, the EVSE and the EV.)Hands-on experience with testing and evaluating electrical equipment to national and international standardHands-on experience with EVSE Test Equipment, EV and Grid Simulators, Bi-Directional Power Supplies, Grid-Interactive Emulators and related software test suitesProficiency in use of basic electronic and electrical laboratory tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power quality analyzers, signal generators etc.) for low and high voltage AC and DC powerPrevious experience with portable cord set , Wall charger is preferred for this positionPrevious experience working, and interfacing with International Standards Development Organizations including JIS, IEEE, UL, NFPA, NIST, ASTM, IEC/ISO, CE and others.Experience with relevant EVSE-EV communications standards, specifically the DIN 70121, ISO 15118-x and IEC 61851-x standardAbility to effectively use presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audienceAbility to explain important details as they relate to the basic value of the product or service. WorkstyleTravel: 5% travel to suppliers and/or other Honda officeNon-normal Working Time: Leadership and availability after hours, on-call work (24 x 7) should security incidents occur.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 ProgramsFree 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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