Powertrain Resident Engineer, Senior Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero premium health coverage

Employer-paid disability

Generous PTO

Global diversity

Competitive salary

Retirement benefits

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) seeks a Senior Engineer for the Production Vehicle Optimization (PVO) Team within the Vehicle Engineering Department.

You will develop production-ready concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and KIA, collaborating with HMMA, KaGA, HMGMA, and suppliers to enhance quality and cost efficiency. Responsibilities include manufacturability reviews, warranty prevention, and design for quality using DAQ tools (ETAS INCA, Intrepid VehicleSpy, Vector CAN/Ethernet).

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of automotive engineering design and manufacturing methods.
• Knowledge of safety standards and testing methods.
• Experience with DAQ tools and vehicle networks.

Responsibilities

• Apply expertise to develop production improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai and KIA.
• Collaborate with North American teams and suppliers as an onsite liaison.
• Confirm manufacturability and focus on warranty prevention and quality.
• Use DAQ tools to evaluate and propose improvements.
• Oversee testing and assess feasibility for production.
• Prepare technical reports and detailed project plans; manage budgets.
• Travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Automotive design

Component knowledge

DAQ tools

Vehicle safety standards

Project management

Data analysis

MS Office

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ETAS INCA

Intrepid VehicleSpy

Vector CAN & Ethernet Suites

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Senior Engineer for the Production Vehicle Optimization (PVO) Team.The PVO Team is a part of the Vehicle Engineering Department, which focuses on optimizing North American produced vehicles for Initial Quality, Warranty Claim (Durability) and Cost Efficiency by Engineering Design.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Apply Functional Area expertise to continuously develop (Sample → Mass Production Application) improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and KIA vehicles.
• Collaborate with HMMA, KaGA, HMGMA, KMX, Suppliers, HMG R&D and other HATCI teams by serving as an onsite technical design liaison for North American production vehicles.
• Confirm design for manufacturability, focus on warranty claim prevention and overall design for quality customer products utilizing knowledge of Engine / Transmission Sub-Systems and Control Units
• Utilize vehicle communication networks and DAQ tools (e.g., ETAS INCA, Intrepid VehicleSpy, Vector CAN and Ethernet Suites) to evaluate and develop improvement recommendations.
• Oversee component testing on design concepts to assess their feasibility and manufacturability for production implementation.
• Summarize investigation results and apply to current products where applicable to improve quality, reduce warranty claims and improve vehicle J.D. Power IQS results.
• Provide technical design support for current production and new vehicle launch builds as assigned.
• Generate issue lists, propose countermeasures, validate improvement recommendations, and issue engineering changes as required.
• Review 2D drawings and 3D data from suppliers to ensure that components meet design specifications, make recommendations for changes and obtain appropriate management approvals.
• Benchmark competitor best in class vehicles to better understand design methodologies and customer preferences.
• Develop strong supplier contact base within commodity area of responsibility.
• Understand component manufacturing processes and capabilities that influence design improvement direction.
• Manage suppliers as part of design improvement process by leading cross functionally: Share design information, lead testing, review output and enforce timelines.
• Respond to special requests from HMG R&D: Investigations, reports on plant or supplier quality trends, Task Force Team participation, new concept evaluation, part testing and other topics as requested.
• Develop and present technical reports as assigned.
• Prepare detailed project plans, develop supporting budget, and prepare reports for management as required.
• Travel up to 25% of time domestically and internationally.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study
• Related Industry Experience Requirements:
  • 8+ years of experience in Engineering Design for responsible functional area
• Required Skills and Knowledge:
  • Strong knowledge of automotive industry engineering design and related manufacturing methods
  • Strong knowledge of functional area components and related parts
  • Strong knowledge of communication networks and DAQ tools (e.g., ETAS INCA, Intrepid VehicleSpy, Vector CAN and Ethernet Suites) to evaluate and develop improvement recommendations.
  • Knowledge of vehicle safety standards and testing methods/requirements
  • Strong Project Management skills
  • Strong Data Analysis skills
  • Proficient skills in MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Strong time management and organization skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
• Additional Requirements:
  • Experience working in culturally diverse team environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior.

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.