Assembly Development Specialist

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is looking for a Supplier Development specialist to support new parts development for PE system projects. This role involves collaborating with suppliers, ensuring quality standards, and managing project timelines and costs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Experience in the automotive industry, specifically in supplier development and understanding of EV motor components, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with part development and implementations for an assigned project.
• Conduct detailed project plans and tactical execution.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and internal customers.
• Assist suppliers to meet quality requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Role Overview

The Supplier Development specialist's primary responsibility is to support the supplier development department in developing and implementing new parts for the assigned PE system (Motor, GDU, Inverter) & ICCU assembly projects. This role involves collaborating with suppliers to ensure that the parts they develop meet the required quality standards, are delivered on time, and meet the cost targets set by the company. The specialist plays a critical role in the success of the supplier development department and the overall success of the PE system assembly project by ensuring that delivered parts meet quality, timeliness, and cost objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with part development and implementations for an assigned project with suppliers and other departments.
• Conducts detailed project plans, tactical execution, schedules in each part project.
• Provides management overview and reporting on critical project tasks.
• Maintains strong relationships with suppliers, internal and external customers.
• Communicates regularly with upper management including HQ regarding the status of current projects, obtains upper management guidance and approval as required.
• Assists suppliers to meet the quality requirement during project and program.
• Responds to supply shortages for supplier-related issues.
• Conducts value engineering for any possible cost savings.
• Suggests ECR for cost reduction, quality improvement, and lean production.
• Collects and summarizes documents from suppliers and supports HQ, Sales and Customer requests.
• Is responsible for supplier's ISIR review and approval, supplier quality audit.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Authority & Scope

This role operates within defined corporate policies and procedures and exercises judgment appropriate to its level of responsibility. The position may influence decisions related to functional operations, processes, or recommendations and escalates matters as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and technical skills

Preferred Education & Experience

• Experience in automotive manufacturing industry.
• Technical understanding of EV motor including its components and how they interact strongly preferred.
• Expertise in the manufacturing processes used by supplier to identify areas for improvement to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Experience in the Automotive industry Sourcing field.
• Manufacturing process knowledge (Stamping, Forging, Welding, Die‑casting, Machining, PCB Assembly, Material flow, etc.)
• Ability to understand 2D/3D drawings and knowledge of design tools.
• ERP experience
• 2+ years of experience in NPI (New Product Introduction), Supplier Development, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management, Supplier Quality management.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• None

Working Conditions

• Office setting, some walking within and between buildings
• Overtime as needed.
• Frequent travel with possible overnight or extended stays
• Working in all Supplier Development work groups if needed
• Domestic / International travel required (30%+)