Thermal Systems Engineer I

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); California City (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-dollar premiums for Medical, Dent

Zero-dollar premiums for Vision

100% employer-paid disability and life

Generous paid time off

Global environment that fosters/divers

Salary range: $75,000–$90,000 per year

Retirement savings and planning

Access to Health Savings Accounts

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Thermal Systems Engineer I to research and develop thermal system performance through vehicle testing.

The role covers HVAC, automatic climate control, powertrain cooling and battery thermal management for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis models in North America. You will support pre-production testing, calibrate climate control for cabin comfort, and conduct cooling performance tests on prototype vehicles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 1+ years automotive engineering experience in vehicle testing or calibration.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Data Acquisition Experience with ETAS INCA, IPetronik, and Vector.
• Climatic Chamber Testing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support development of thermal systems testing related to engine cooling, HVAC, and battery thermal management for pre-production (prototype) vehicles.
• Participate in HVAC performance tests of pre-production (prototype) vehicles, including seasonal field validation testing and climate wind tunnel development.
• Calibrate Automatic Temperature Control for cabin comfort according to North American customer expectations, including field validation testing.
• Perform cooling performance tests on pre-production vehicles, including engine, transmission, electric motor and inverter, and battery cooling; conduct battery thermal management testing for EVs.
• Prepare test instrumentation documents and configure data acquisition equipment; retrieve data and perform analysis.
• Create test reports that drive improvements in performance and communicate opportunities to solve problems in a collaborative environment.
• Complete administrative tasks and oversee project work such as procurement or facility/equipment repairs.

Skills

Data Acquisition Experience

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Project management

Time management

Organizational leadership

Driver's License

Vehicle testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

ETAS INCA

IPetronik

Vector

Job description

Thermal Systems Engineer I

• Research and develop thermal system performance through vehicle testing.
• The Thermal Performance Test Team is responsible for test and calibration of vehicle thermal systems, including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning), Automatic Temperature Control, Powertrain Cooling and Battery Thermal Management for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis models sold in the North American market using internally-developed and industry standard test procedures.
• Thermal test activities support corporate goals of ensuring safety and improving customer satisfaction.

What You Will Do

• Support development of thermal systems testing related to engine cooling, HVAC, and battery thermal management for pre-production (prototype) vehicles.
• Participate in and conduct HVAC performance tests of pre-production (prototype) vehicles. This includes seasonal field validation testing in hot and cold climates, and climate wind tunnel development testing as needed.
• Calibrate Automatic Temperature Control (or auto climate control) for cabin comfort according to North American customer expectations. This includes field validation testing and climate wind tunnel development testing as needed.
• Participate in and conduct cooling performance tests of pre-production (prototype) vehicles, including engine, transmission, electric motor and inverter, and battery cooling. Conduct battery thermal management testing for developing EV performance. This will incorporate seasonal field testing, trailer tow validation field testing and climate wind tunnel development testing as needed.
• Plan for and support effective testing by preparing test instrumentation documents and configuring data acquisition equipment, working competently with a wide range of sensors and signals including vehicle CAN buses, thermocouples, pressures, voltages and more. Retrieve data, perform analysis, and provide high-level commentary on results.
• Create test reports that drive forward improvements in performance and communicate opportunities to solve problems in a collaborative environment.
• Complete administrative tasks such as purchasing requests, vacation requests, business travel plans, etc. Plan and oversee project work such as purchase of fixed assets or facility/equipment repair.

What You Will Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred)
• 1+ years of automotive engineering experience in vehicle testing or calibration preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Data Acquisition Experience (ETAS (INCA), IPetronik, Vector)
• Climatic Chamber Testing Experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word
• Project management, time management and organizational leadership skills
• Valid Driver's License and 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
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Range of position: $75,000~$90,000.00/Year
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

OTHER DETAILS

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations:

• Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment
• Travel up to 20~40% of time domestically or internationally in support of off-site testing or evaluation
• Work indoors and outdoors in harsh weather conditions (Winter -40F, Summer +120F, altitude up to 10,000 ft)
• Shop Environment: Exposure to fuel, compressed air/gas, emissions and exhaust fumes; pinching, tripping, electrical, and chemical hazards; bending and stooping required; must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and work safely with hand power tools. Use of personal protective equipment required where prescribed.
• May require bending, stooping and lifting while removing and attaching trailers to vehicles, installing instrumentation and repairing vehicle failures.
• May require operation of vehicles for long distance driving over multiple days.

Note: As full-vehicle validation requires constant hands-on activity, this is not a hybrid or remote role.

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.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.