Sr. Ride and Handling Engineer

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.