Senior Safety & Regulatory Manager — Auto Investigations

Kia America; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 135,501 - 195,490; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match up to 6%

Paid time off

Company-paid vehicle

Paid volunteer hours

Job summary

A leading automotive company is seeking a National Manager to oversee safety evaluations and investigations at their Irvine, California office. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and experience in managing technical teams. Responsibilities include analyzing safety-related claims, collaborating with legal departments, and leading investigations in compliance with NHTSA standards. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,501 - $195,490 per year, plus a range of benefits including a 401(k) plan and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in technical roles in the automotive industry.
• 5 years of automotive industry experience required.
• 2 years of supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigation of safety-related issues and provide analysis.
• Oversee technical review for NHTSA investigations.
• Supervise technical support for legal department.

Skills

Ability to interpret Event Data Recorder and Airbag Control Unit records

Ability to analyze and present technical data

Knowledge of MS Office and automotive systems

Strong technical knowledge of safety systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or automotive technology

Tools

Automotive service information systems

Job description

A leading automotive company is seeking a National Manager to oversee safety evaluations and investigations at their Irvine, California office. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and experience in managing technical teams. Responsibilities include analyzing safety-related claims, collaborating with legal departments, and leading investigations in compliance with NHTSA standards. The position offers a competitive salary range of $135,501 - $195,490 per year, plus a range of benefits including a 401(k) plan and health coverage.