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Electrical Resident Engineer II

Hyundai Motor America

Savannah, GA · Posted October 26, 2026

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Electrical Resident Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Senior Engineer for the Production Vehicle Optimization (PVO) Team. The PVO Team is a part of the Vehicle Engineering Department, which focuses on optimizing North American produced vehicles for Initial Quality, Warranty Claim (Durability) and Cost Efficiency by Engineering Design.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Apply Functional Area expertise to continuously develop (Sample → Mass Production Application) improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and KIA vehicles.

Collaborate with HMMA, KaGA, HMGMA, KMX, Suppliers, HMG R&D and other HATCI teams by serving as an onsite technical design liaison for North American production vehicles.

Confirm design for manufacturability, warranty claim prevention and overall design for quality utilizing knowledge of ECU HW/SW design, vehicle electronic architecture and systems, network bus communication and wiring/connectors

Perform basic electrical tests and measurements using appropriate tools (e.g., voltmeters, ohmmeters, etc) to evaluate and develop improvement recommendations.

Oversee component testing on design concepts to assess their feasibility and manufacturability for production implementation.

Summarize investigation results and apply to current products where applicable to improve quality, reduce warranty claims and improve vehicle J.D. Power IQS results.

Provide technical design support for current production and new vehicle launch builds as assigned.

Generate issue lists, propose countermeasures, validate improvement recommendations, and issue engineering changes as required.

Review 2D drawings and 3D data from suppliers to ensure that components meet design specifications, make recommendations for changes and obtain appropriate management approvals.

Benchmark competitor best in class vehicles to better understand design methodologies and customer preferences.

Develop strong supplier contact base within commodity area of responsibility.

Understand component manufacturing processes and capabilities that influence design improvement direction.

Manage suppliers as part of design improvement process by leading cross functionally: Share design information, lead testing, review output and enforce timelines.

Respond to special requests from HMG R&D: Investigations, reports on plant or supplier quality trends, Task Force Team participation, new concept evaluation, part testing and other topics as requested.

Develop and present technical reports as assigned.

Prepare detailed project plans, develop supporting budget, and prepare reports for management as required.

Travel up to 25% of time domestically and internationally.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study

Related Industry Experience Requirements:

4-7 years of experience in Engineering Design for responsible functional area

Required Skills and Knowledge:

Proficient knowledge of automotive industry engineering design and related manufacturing methods

Proficient knowledge of functional area components and related parts

Proficient knowledge of basic electrical tests and measurements using appropriate tools (e.g., voltmeters, ohmmeters, etc).

Knowledge of vehicle safety standards and testing methods/requirements

Proficient Project Management skills

Proficient Data Analysis skills

Proficient skills in MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

Proficient time management and organization skills

Proficient oral and written communication skills

Additional Requirements:

Experience working in culturally diverse team environment.

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior.

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.