BIW & Mixed Materials Manager

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc.; Superior Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic BIW & Mixed Materials Manager to lead a talented team in the Closures Engineering Design Department. This role involves strategic leadership, overseeing vehicle development, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance vehicle design and production processes. With a focus on innovation and quality, the ideal candidate will have extensive automotive experience, strong project management skills, and a passion for developing new technologies. Join a diverse and global environment where your contributions will significantly impact the future of automotive engineering.

Benefits

Zero-dollar employee premiums on medical, dental, and vision

100% employer-paid disability and life insurance

Generous paid time off

Competitive salaries

Retirement and savings benefits

Health savings and flexible spending accounts

Flexible work hours

Qualifications

• 12-15 years in automotive vehicle design and development with management experience.
• Knowledge of vehicle design, quality issues, and development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the department’s plan aligned with company goals.
• Manage tasks and projects to support the team’s work plan and budget.

Skills

Automotive Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Team Management

Flexibility in Program Changes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

ENOVIA V6

3D Experience

MS Office

Job description

BIW & Mixed Materials Manager

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Manager for the BIW (Body-In-White) & Mixed Materials Team of the Closures Engineering Design Department. The ideal candidate will possess extensive automotive experience and be capable of leading the design and development of multiple vehicles that meet or exceed customer requirements from concept through lifecycle production, while also developing new technologies and maintaining high safety standards.

The BIW & Mixed Materials Manager will support and execute a strategic vision, lead a team of seven direct reports, and develop an expansion plan by the end of 2025.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the department’s plan aligned with the goals of HATCI, Hyundai Motor Group, and the VE Division.
2. Business Management: Meet KPIs related to program timing, cost, quality, IP, budget, and personnel development. Manage tasks and projects to support the team’s work plan and budget.
3. Team Management: Set goals for direct reports, manage daily activities, and ensure alignment with the VE Division’s vision. Oversee administrative functions.
4. Vehicle Development: Serve as a subject matter expert in automotive closure BIW design, manufacturing, testing, especially for EVs and light-duty trucks. Ensure processes are followed from concept to post-production, including benchmarking and cost/weight analysis.
5. Life Cycle Support: Support manufacturing and production activities across Hyundai’s plants in the Americas, focusing on vehicle improvements and cost reductions.
6. Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including regional affiliates and Korean counterparts, to support vehicle testing and development.
7. Technology Assessment and Development: Contribute to technology roadmaps, liaise with testing labs, and support new technology research and adoption.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
9. Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
  • 12-15 years in automotive vehicle design and development with management experience.
  • Knowledge of vehicle design, quality issues, and development processes.
  • Experience with closures, CAE, testing, and production launch.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Familiarity with CATIA, ENOVIA V6, 3D Experience, CAE, or similar systems.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Flexibility in program and process changes.
  • Proficiency in MS Office.
  • Self-management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work in a diverse team environment.
  • Willingness to learn new processes.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory record.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master’s degree in engineering.
  • Over 3 years managing an engineering department or section.

What Hyundai Can Offer You:

• Zero-dollar employee premiums on medical, dental, and vision.
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays.
• Competitive salaries.
• A diverse, global environment.
• Retirement and savings benefits.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work hours.

Other Details:

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled and Veteran status.