OBD DDV Senior Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Superior (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) in Michigan seeks an experienced engineer to plan and conduct DDV testing to support OBD certification and to review/approve official tests.

The role includes creating and compiling OBD certification documents, handling agency Q&A, participating in industry meetings, and aligning stakeholders to ensure on-time certification that supports production plans. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred in a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years automotive engineering experience.
• 5+ years of OBD certification/development experience.
• Experience with OBDII/HDOBD regulations and emission testing.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and travel as needed.
• Knowledge of compliance activities (PVE J1/J2/J3) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct DDV testing to support OBD certification requirements and review/approve official tests
• Support creation and compilation of OBD certification documents for all OBD groups and selected for DDV testing
• Support agency Q&A related to OBD certification
• Participate in industry meetings/events related to OBD to discuss current and upcoming OBD regulation changes
• Conduct regular alignment meetings with all stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure OBD certification is received on-time to support production plans

Skills

OBD certification

Automotive engineering

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Data analysis

Testing/diagnostics

Project management

Communication with CARB staff

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Job description

• Plan and conduct DDV testing to support OBD certification requirements and review/approve official tests
• Support creation and compilation of OBD certification documents for all OBD groups and selected for DDV testing
• Support agency Q&A related to OBD certification
• Participate in industry meetings/events related to OBD to discuss current and upcoming OBD regulation changes
• Conduct regular alignment meetings with all stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure OBD certification is received on-time to support production plans

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study
• Preferred: Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study

Related Industry Experience Requirements:

• 10+ years of automotive engineering experience
• 5+ years of OBD certification and/or development experience

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience in OBDII/HDOBD regulations (13 CCR §1968.2 and/or 13 CCR §1971.1), communication architectures (J1979. J1939), monitor strategies, readiness/MIL concepts, and OBD compliance activities (PVE J1/J2/J3)
• Experience with vehicle emission testing (40 CFR §1066)
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities
• Monitor federal and state regulations related to OBD certification / compliance
• Coordinate and align cross-functional stakeholders
• Be capable of understanding powertrain and emission control system operations and be highly capable of quickly understanding and interpreting technical problems and issues as represented in testing system problems
• Flexibility in handling multiple projects concurrently
• Travel: up to 20% of time domestically and internationally is possible
• Preferred: Prior experience communicating directly with CARB OBD Certification staff related to OBD certification applications

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
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

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.VEVRAAFederal contractor.