Vehicle Emission Lab Engineer I/II

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Chino (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero dollar premiums (Medical, Dental,

Disability and life insurance

Generous PTO

Global/diversity-friendly environment

Retirement savings

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Vehicle Emissions Lab (VEL) Engineer for the Chino, California facility. You will verify lab equipment, calibrations, and compliance with EPA CFR, CARB CCR and ISO17025, ensuring accurate results from emissions testing.

You will oversee maintenance, audits, and testing coordination across multiple sites, with up to 10% travel. Strong knowledge of emissions regulations and lab quality systems is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering or equivalent.
• Knowledge of CFR 40 Parts 86/600/1065/1066 and CCR, ISO17025 requirements.
• Experience with emissions testing and automotive lab operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure awareness and understanding of complex US Federal and State emissions regulations.
• Verify accuracy of lab equipment calibrations to meet regulations.
• Maintain and coordinate lab equipment maintenance.
• Ensure ISO 17025 audit readiness and EPA/CARB compliance.
• Oversee data retention per Hyundai security standards.
• Create technical reports and present findings.
• Support scheduling and operation of emission tests across multiple sites (Chino, Ann Arbor, Namyang, HMMA).
• Travel up to 10% to support audits and testing.
• Collaborate with VEL Manager and Sr. Engineer on testing schedules.

Skills

Emissions regs

EPA/CARB knowledge

Lab calibration

Report writing

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Emissions Lab (VEL) Engineer for our team at the Chino facility in California. HATCI’s Certification & Compliance Team helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles meeting the challenging environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels, through certification & in-use testing.

The VEL Engineer is responsible for verifying all lab equipment, instrumentation, service and maintenance, calibrations, correlation, and lab compliance to the EPA CFR, CARB CCR and ISO17025 requirements. The VEL engineer ensures compliance with U.S. federal and state regulations, as well as the accuracy and reliability of results obtained from complex test procedures and measurement equipment.

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Emissions Lab (VEL) Engineer for our team at the Chino facility in California. HATCI’s Certification & Compliance Team helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles meeting the challenging environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels, through certification & in-use testing.

The VEL Engineer is responsible for verifying all lab equipment, instrumentation, service and maintenance, calibrations, correlation, and lab compliance to the EPA CFR, CARB CCR and ISO17025 requirements. The VEL engineer ensures compliance with U.S. federal and state regulations, as well as the accuracy and reliability of results obtained from complex test procedures and measurement equipment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Ensure awareness and understanding of complex technical US Federal and State regulations
• Oversight accuracy and conclusiveness of all test equipment calibrations to meet governmental regulations
• Coordinate and oversight the required maintenance of all laboratory testing equipment
• Comply with the processes and requirements necessary to maintain ISO 17025 audit readiness
• Control emissions test equipment to achieve a high degree of dependability
• Troubleshoot emissions and measurement equipment for automotive testing
• Support and conduct audits, including internal audits for ISO 17025 accreditation and EPA/CARB audits (Ann Arbor and Chino), to verify laboratory operations and ensure compliance with current and future EPA CFR requirements.
• Plan and conduct Test Cells correlation testing between HATCI Chino, Ann Arbor, Namyang, HMMA, and regulatory agencies, when applicable, in accordance with regulatory requirements and ISO 17025
• Adhere to policies concerning data retention with Hyundai Security standards and government mandates
• Support VEL Manager and Sr. Engineer with testing schedules, lap operation and upgrading of emissions test equipment.
• Maintain emissions test facility and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, workplace health and safety, and company policies.
• Support RCT and CEMOV fleet operation, including emission tests planning and execution
• Create and present technical reports as assigned
• Exceptional organization and communication skills, both oral and written, are necessary for this position
• Travel up to 10% of time

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Demonstrated knowledge of certification & compliance processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle emissions & test regulations such as CFR 40 Parts §86, §600, §1065, §1066, and the CCR or a clear understanding of capability necessary to review, interpret, and apply such regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of RDE, ICE, and xEV testing activity
• Automotive manufacturing knowledge beneficial
• Knowledge of Emissions Test Benches, Chassis Dynamometers, Automation Systems, PEMS equipment
• Knowledge of emissions, fuel economy, evaporative, on-road, energy consumption, and electric range testing
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity and ethical behavior

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Environmental Engineering or equivalent

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Proficient in MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; MS Edge; MS Project
• Basic Project Management skills
• Good time management and organization skills
• Proficient self-management skills
• Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated good interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

• 1-5yr. Total Experience

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 benefitsAccess to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
• California Salary Range: $75,000-$110,000

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.