Tyre Performance Engineer
Pubblicato il 09-09-2026 - Honda R&D Europe in Pavia
Honda Motor Co. Ltd. has grown to become the world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer and one of the leading automakers. Honda develops, manufactures and markets products worldwide. Through the creation of mobility we dream of, Honda will become “The Power of Dreams” for an ever-growing number of people, moving individuals and society forward. The R&D; office in Milan is looking for an engineer whose main role will be to contribute to tyre performance development and vehicle performance evaluation, as a member of the team.
What We Are Looking For We are seeking a highly motivated engineer with a strong academic background in mechanical engineering and at least three years of professional experience in tyre performance, vehicle dynamics, testing, or performance analysis. Previous experience in the automotive sector, both two-wheel and four-wheel vehicle applications, will be considered a strong advantage. This role is ideal for an engineer who is curious, proactive, data-driven, and passionate about improving vehicle performance through tyre understanding and experimental analysis.
Education
- MSc in Mechanical Engineering.
Technical Skills
- Solid understanding of tyre behaviour, vehicle dynamics fundamentals, and the interaction between tyres, suspension, chassis setup, and overall vehicle performance.
- Ability to analyze and interpret tyre performance data from indoor testing, proving ground activities, and on-vehicle measurements.
- Knowledge of tyre operating conditions, including pressure, temperature, wear, grip, durability, and their impact on handling, stability, comfort, and performance.
- Experience with data analysis tools such as MATLAB and Excel; knowledge of Python or data acquisition software is a plus.
- Ability to define test procedures, analyze results, prepare technical reports, and provide clear recommendations to support tyre selection and vehicle setup decisions.
Soft Skills
- Strong enthusiasm for learning and expanding technical skillsets.
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