Closure Mechanisms Engineer – Mechatronics & Vehicle Design

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Superior (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-dollar medical premiums

Employer-paid disability and life

Generous paid time off

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Closures Mechanism Engineer to design, develop, and release closure mechanism and mechatronic systems for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia NA vehicles.

You will work with a cross-functional team to ensure quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes CAD/CAM work, BOM management, cost/mass targeting, and collaboration with North American and Korean teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 0-7 years of professional experience in closure mechanisms.
• CATIA V5 experience preferred; CATIA V5 training provided in-house.
• Familiarity with part and assembly Datum schemes and dimensional tolerance application.
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word; ability to prepare reports/spreadsheets.
• Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills; diagnose complex issues and develop robust solutions.
• Willingness to attend training sessions, workshops, or conferences to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Design-releasing duties for North American vehicle projects and manage BOMs.
• Create and modify 3D data and 2D drawings via CATIA V5 and other engineering tools.
• Estimate and create cost/mass targets for components/parts.
• Investigate quality, assembly obstacles, and durability issues, and suggest engineering improvements.
• Support and interface with other engineering and design functions concerning vehicle development efforts.
• Review part/system performance and regulatory testing.
• Participate in benchmarking activities for future product development opportunities.
• Liaise between North American affiliates and Korean headquarters.
• Recommend engineering improvements on field claims and customer feedback.
• Study and interpret industry regulatory requirements and performance standards.
• Support advanced development of closure mechanism systems for future vehicles.
• Learn best practices and project management from senior engineers.
• Remain current with emerging technologies and trends in closures mechanism and mechatronic parts.
• Travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Closures Mechanism Engineer to design, develop, and release closure mechanism and mechatronic systems for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia NA vehicles.

You will work with a cross-functional team to ensure quality, reliability, and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes CAD/CAM work, BOM management, cost/mass targeting, and collaboration with North American and Korean teams.