Senior Specialist - Diagnostics Development

Company: American Honda Motor Co Inc
Location: Torrance
Posted on: March 19, 2023

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!



About this Position:

The Senior Diagnostics Development Specialist assists in meeting division objectives of Fixed First Visit and Customer Service Retention by ensuring Honda Auto, Acura, Motorcycle, Power Equipment, and Marine dealers are equipped with the necessary diagnostic solutions to service our vehicles and products prior to new model and market action launch. -

They have an expert-level understanding of vehicle OBD systems and the diagnostic scan tools they interface with, to lead development direction to provide high quality, efficient, and cost-effective solutions for dealership technicians. -

Responsibilities include:

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• Function as delivery team lead for current and next generation diagnostics projects, ensuring strict adherence to development schedule and fostering strong communication between stakeholders
  
• Lead quality validation of all candidate's diagnostic software builds through rigorous testing and strong communication with development managers, Tier 1 suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely production deployment
  
• Chair weekly meetings with internal stakeholders and suppliers to understand market needs, communicate project status, and provide technical data
  
• Author and publish/deploy clear and concise communications that support diagnostic tools for both dealer and aftermarket users
  Who we are seeking:
  
  We are looking for qualified people and diverse background and experiences, open minds, and a disciplined work ethic, to bring the future to Honda.
  
  -Required Work Experience:
  
  
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  • 4+ years automotive industry and/or
    
  • 3+ years automotive diagnostic technician using OE diagnostic tools - - and/or
    
  • 5+ years proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Office suite applications
    
    
    -Required Education:
    
    
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    • 4+ years automotive industry and/or
      
    • 3+ years automotive diagnostic technician using OE diagnostic tools - - and/or
      
    • 5+ years proficiency with Microsoft Windows OS and Office suite applications
      
      
      Desired skills:
      
      
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      • Strong leadership, analytical, project management, and organizational skills
        
      • Strong written, oral, and executive presentation skills
        
      • Deep understanding of Right to Repair legislation, SAE J2534 standards, and OEM compliance obligations
        
      • Expert comprehension of vehicle system architecture, communication protocols, OBD systems, and vehicle communication interfaces -
        
      • Intermediate understanding of various data schema types (database, XML, JSON, etc.) and computer programming languages
        
      • At Honda, you will play a key role in our journey to become a company that society wants to exist now, and in the future. Your endless curiosity will drive innovation and your courageous spirit will challenge the status quo. - We believe having a workforce made up of diverse thinkers and innovators makes us a better Honda. - Respect for each other and respect for diversity each and every day drives our associates to contribute at the highest level and work effectively in a team environment. - We make the dream of mobility a reality with our innovative and high-quality products. Together, we Bring the Future to our customers, associates, and communities. - We are Honda!
        
        
        What differentiates Honda and makes us an employer of choice?
        
        -Total Rewards:
        
        
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        • Competitive base salary $68,700 to $103,000
          
          
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          • Pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, education, etc.
            
            
            
          • Annual Bonus
            
          • Industry-leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision)
            
          • Paid time off, including vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
            
          • 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution
            
            
            -Career Growth:
            
            
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            • Advancement opportunities
              
            • Career mobility -
              
            • Education reimbursement for continued learning
              
            • Training and Development programs
              
              
              -Additional Offerings:
              
              
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              • 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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