Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI); Superior (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero premium health insurance

Disability & life insurance

Generous PTO

Global work environment

Competitive salaries

Retirement benefits

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) seeks a Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer to support regulatory activities in Superior Township, MI.

The role involves reviewing FMVSS and other regulatory procedures, drafting clear conclusions, and representing the company in safety tests. The position requires 0–4 years of related experience, a Bachelor’s in Engineering or a technical field, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or analytical/technical field required.
• Pre-law, law, or public policy preferred.
• 0–4 years related experience in motor vehicle safety regulations or related area.

Responsibilities

• Review vehicle regulations and test procedures from governmental entities for product applicability and draft clear conclusions.
• Represent the company during safety compliance tests; investigate potential issues and propose solutions.
• Perform visual compliance audits on new products.
• Support vehicle homologation and self-certification efforts.
• Execute trend analysis and benchmarking.
• Prepare reports and timely responses to inquiries.
• Engage in cross-functional activities to support compliance efforts.
• Carry out administrative tasks such as purchasing/travel requests.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Learning mindset

Networking

Confidentiality/ethics

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Pre-law/public policy preferred

Job description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer for the Safety Certification & Regulation Team at our Superior Township, MI facility just east of Ann Arbor.

HATCI’s Regulation & Certification Department helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles to meet changing safety, environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels. Regulatory professionals research & analyze future regulatory trends to recommend internal action; guide the direction of company research; help to develop policy for public positions; and communicate with agencies such as National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Job description:

Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer for the Safety Certification & Regulation Team at our Superior Township, MI facility just east of Ann Arbor.

HATCI’s Regulation & Certification Department helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles to meet changing safety, environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels. Regulatory professionals research & analyze future regulatory trends to recommend internal action; guide the direction of company research; help to develop policy for public positions; and communicate with agencies such as National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Review vehicle regulations and test procedures (FMVSS, state, & territories) from governmental entities (NHTSA, OVSC, NCAP, etc.) for product applicability and draft conclusion documents in clear and easily understandable language.
• Represent the company during various safety compliance or consumer information tests; investigate potential compliance issues and propose solutions.
• Perform visual compliance audits on new products.
• Support vehicle homologation and self-certification efforts.
• Execute trend analysis and benchmarking.
• Prepare reports and responses to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Engage in cross-functional activities to support compliance efforts.
• Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, travel requests, etc.
• Perform additional functions related to motor vehicle safety regulations and technologies as assigned.
• Other related activities as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree inEngineering or other analytical/technical fields
• Pre-law, law, or public policy preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• 0-4 years related experience
• Experience with regulations and regulatory processes pertaining to motor vehicle safety at an automotive OEM, supplier, or government agency such as NHTSA
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong analytical skills
• Eagerness and capacity to learn
• Professional networking
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity, and ethical behavior
• Exceptional organization and time management skills

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations:

Employee will have core compliance responsibilities but must be agile to support a dynamic landscape, both internally and externally. Domestic and international travel is associated with the position, not to exceed 20%.

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 benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

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.