Brake Test Engineer II

Hyundai Motor Company; California City (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision

100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to develop brake systems for their North American vehicles. The candidate will collaborate with various teams to enhance driving experience while conducting extensive testing and data analysis.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and substantial brake testing experience. Hyundai offers competitive salaries ranging from $80,000 to $125,000 per year, along with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience testing and evaluating vehicle dynamics.
• 5+ years of brake testing and development experience.
• Familiarity with electrified vehicle architecture.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Develop brake systems through in-house testing.
• Collaborate with vehicle test teams.
• Conduct benchmarking of competitor vehicles.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices.

Skills

Brake testing and development experience

Experience with automotive vehicle dynamics

Knowledge of SAE and FMVSS test procedures

Working with data acquisition systems

Proficient driving skills

Excellent time management

Leadership skills

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop brake systems through subjective and objective in‑house testing for Hyundai/KIA/Genesis NA vehicles
• Collaborate with and support the Vehicle Test and Development Teams, global brake engineering groups, and the marketing and quality divisions with braking efforts
• Provide experience/perspective on understanding the North American market, in particular, customer usage and expectations
• Conduct objective benchmarking of competitor vehicles and quantify Hyundai/Kia/Genesis products at specified development gateway points
• Support customer preference studies and turn subjective targets developed in benchmarking activities into measurable development parameters
• Perform brake‑related testing and data analysis
• Support the development of NA‑specific braking aspects, including pedal feel and regenerative braking controls
• Develop in‑house testing, specify and procure test‑specific instrumentation (as needed)
• Assist in planning and monitoring the team budget
• Create and present technical reports (as assigned)
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices and facilitate on‑the‑job learning
• Travel up to 30%, both domestically and internationally

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field of study
• 3+ years of experience testing and evaluating vehicle dynamics
• 5+ years of brake testing and development experience
• Well‑versed with brake evaluation principles and practices concerning automotive vehicle dynamics
• Vast knowledge of SAE and FMVSS test procedures and methods relating to automotive braking
• Adept at working with automotive data acquisition systems and sensors, such as CAN bus
• Proficient driving skills
• Knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture (i.e., brake‑by‑wire and regenerative braking systems)
• Capability of working in extreme temperatures, ranging from 40 F (in the winter) to 120 F (in the summer)
• Ability to work up to an altitude of 14,000 feet
• Familiarity with Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Flexibility with program and process changes, as Hyundai/Kia/Genesis is willing to make late changes to satisfy customer needs
• Excellent time management, self‑management, and organization skills
• Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

What Hyundai Can Offer You:

• Zero‑dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
• 100% Employer‑paid Disability and Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
• Range of Position: $80,000 ~ $125,000/Year
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Work Hours

Other Details:

• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
  • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRM Federal contractor.