R&D Lab Technician

Hyundai Motor Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Company seeks an experienced R&D Lab Technician in Michigan to support engineering teams with performance testing, product benchmarking, and prototype fabrication.

The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's degree, ASE certification, and substantial experience in automotive systems. The position offers excellent benefits including zero-dollar premiums on health coverage and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in operating and testing automotive systems.
• Ability to read technical documentation and communicate effectively.
• Expertise in building and modifying experimental components.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance-related tests on automotive components and systems.
• Disassemble and benchmark competitor vehicles.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostic skills

Blueprint and schematic interpretation

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate's degree in automotive or industrial technology

ASE certification

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an experienced technician to join the Test/GA (General Affairs) Team of the Structures Engineering Design Department

The Position:

The R&D Lab Technician would support engineering design teams with disassembling and benchmarking existing products, fabricating prototype components, and executing various tests

What You Will Do:

• Set up and conduct performance-related tests on components concerning interior, exterior, chassis, frame, and BIW (body-in-white) systems. Then, analyze test results against specifications and prepare technical reports for engineering design teams to review.
• Execute teardown and benchmark activities concerning competitor vehicles and subsystems
• Build, assemble, and modify experimental components
• Create custom test fixtures to facilitate testing efforts
• Diagnose mechanical or electrical failures in prototypes and recommend countermeasures
• Calibrate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and shop machinery to ensure safe and accurate operation

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Associate's degree in automotive or industrial technology
• ASE certification
• 3+ years of professional experience operating and testing the following systems: interior, exterior, chassis, frame, and BIW
• An ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Strong vehicle diagnostic skills
• An ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Adept in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
  • An ability to prepare reports/spreadsheets (when needed) to support project-related work
• Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills

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
• 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. VEVRAA Federal contractor.