Sr. Ride and Handling Engineer (Irvine, CA, US, 92618)

Hyundai Motor Company; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium-free health insurance (medical

Employer-paid disability & life

Hybrid work schedule

Generous PTO (vacation, sick, holidays

Competitive salaries

Diversity in a global environment

Retirement planning

HSA & FSA access

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) seeks a Sr. Ride and Handling Engineer to lead ride and handling development for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. You will design tests, evaluate performance, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with global teams.

The role requires a mechanical engineering background and 7+ years in R&H activities, with strong MATLAB and data-analysis capabilities. Hybrid work schedule and international travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience with electric power steering, damper and spring/bar tuning, and tire development.
• Strong fundamentals in vehicle dynamics.
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis systems.
• Familiarity with MATLAB.
• Experience performing and leading vehicle evaluations.
• Root cause analysis skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate performance of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles for ride and handling attributes.
• Lead subjective and objective vehicle evaluations and identify root causes.
• Develop and execute test plans, coordinate test vehicles, and manage supplier activities.
• Benchmark competitive vehicles for trends and technology.
• Interface with team in Korea and support NA plants with technical guidance.
• Organize resources to support engineers across global offices.
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Skills

Vehicle dynamics

Power steering

Damper tuning

Spring tuning

Tire development

Data acquisition

MATLAB

Vehicle evaluations

Project management

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

MATLAB

Job description

Sr. Ride and Handling Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Sr. Engineer for the Ride and Handling (R&H) Team

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Evaluate the performance of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis prototype and production vehicles for R&H and other customer-related attributes
• Lead subjective and objective vehicle evaluations, identify potential customer complaint issues, investigate problem root causes, and propose countermeasures
• Develop and execute test plans, coordinate test vehicles, and manage supplier activities
  • Ensure that all projects are completed efficiently and on schedule through effective project management and reporting
• Benchmark competitive vehicles for trends and technology
• Interface regularly with counterparts in Korea
• Organize resources in support of engineers from our global offices in their suspension development
• Keep an inventory of tires between our Irvine and California City, CA, locations
• Plan tire testing throughout the development of each vehicle
• Analyze customer feedback survey results (i.e., IQS, consumer reports, and internal clinics)
• Interface regularly with Hyundai and Kia affiliates in North America
• Provide the North American manufacturing plants for Hyundai and Kia with technical support
• Support development activities at our Proving Ground in California City, CA
• Create and present technical reports as assigned for management to review
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices and facilitate on-the-job learning
• Work in a team environment, as well as independently
• Travel up to 30%, both domestically and internationally

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field of study
• 7+ years of experience with electric power steering, damper and spring/bar tuning, and tire development
• Well-versed in the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics
• Knowledge of data acquisition and analysis systems
• Familiarity with MATLAB
• Experience performing and leading vehicle evaluations
• Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning R&H-related systems
• Root cause analysis skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Flexibility with program and process changes, as Hyundai/Kia/Genesis is willing to make late changes to satisfy customer needs
• Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
• Project management experience
• Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record

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
• Hybrid Work Schedule
• Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
• Competitive Salaries
  • Range of Position: $98,000 ~ $125,000/Year
• 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.