Weathering Test Technician: Outdoor Materials Specialist

Hyundai Motor Group; California City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-premium health benefits

Employer-paid disability insurance

Generous PTO

Vehicle fuel allowance

Vehicle lease allowance

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group seeks a Weathering Testing and Evaluation Technician to join Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI).

You will operate accelerated weathering systems for interior and exterior components, prepare samples, collect data, and generate reports while maintaining equipment and supporting budgeting and procurement. Ideal candidates have 8+ years OEM testing experience, proficiency with EMMAQUA and IPDP systems, and strong communication skills to explain technical topics to

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional OEM testing and evaluation experience.
• Experience with outdoor accelerated weathering systems preferred.
• Proficient in operation and maintenance of accelerated weathering systems.
• Experience with color and gloss measurements (e.g., X-Rite, BYK).
• Skilled with hand and power tools and electronic testing devices.
• Able to work extended time outdoors in hot conditions; physically capable.
• Able to explain technical topics to diverse stakeholders; report writing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office for reports and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Operate accelerated weathering test equipment for components.
• Prepare samples and measure tested properties.
• Collect data and generate reports.
• Maintain and calibrate equipment; perform preventive maintenance.
• Support station operations and equipment servicing.
• Assist budgeting: provide required parts and procurement.
• Travel occasionally for off-site evaluations and training.

Skills

OEM testing experience

Weathering testing proficiency

Color and gloss measurements

Hand and power tools

Outdoor endurance

Technical communication

Data reporting

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or post-secondary degree

Tools

X-Rite

BYK

EMMAQUA

IPDP

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Hyundai Motor Group seeks a Weathering Testing and Evaluation Technician to join Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI).

You will operate accelerated weathering systems for interior and exterior components, prepare samples, collect data, and generate reports while maintaining equipment and supporting budgeting and procurement. Ideal candidates have 8+ years OEM testing experience, proficiency with EMMAQUA and IPDP systems, and strong communication skills to explain technical topics to