Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field
3+ years of experience in vehicle dynamics testing
5+ years of brake testing and development experience
In-depth knowledge of SAE and FMVSS brake testing procedures
Familiar with automotive data acquisition systems and sensors like CAN bus
Proficient driving skills and knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills for mentoring junior engineers
Responsibilities
Develop brake systems through in-house testing for Hyundai/KIA/Genesis NA vehicles
Collaborate with global teams and quality divisions on brake-related efforts
Conduct benchmarking of competitor vehicles
Support customer preference studies and convert benchmarking targets into measurable parameters
Perform brake-related testing and comprehensive data analysis
Mentor junior engineers and facilitate their learning
Travel domestically and internationally up to 30% of the time
Benefits
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 days, and holidays
Flexible Work Hours
Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
Full Job Description
Brake Test Engineer
What You Will Do:
Develop brake systems through subjective and objective in-house testing for Hyundai/KIA/Genesis NA vehicles
Collaborate with and support the Vehicle Test and Development Teams, global brake engineering groups, and the marketing and quality divisions with braking efforts
Provide experience/perspective on understanding the North American market, in particular, customer usage and expectations
Conduct objective benchmarking of competitor vehicles and quantify Hyundai/Kia/Genesis products at specified development gateway points
Support customer preference studies and turn subjective targets developed in benchmarking activities into measurable development parameters
Perform brake-related testing and data analysis
Support the development of NA-specific braking aspects, including pedal feel and regenerative braking controls
Develop in-house testing, specify and procure test-specific instrumentation (as needed)
Assist in planning and monitoring the team budget
Create and present technical reports (as assigned)
Mentor junior engineers on best practices and facilitate on-the-job learning
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
3+ years of experience testing and evaluating vehicle dynamics
5+ years of brake testing and development experience
Well-versed with brake evaluation principles and practices concerning automotive vehicle dynamics
Vast knowledge of SAE and FMVSS test procedures and methods relating to automotive braking
Adept at working with automotive data acquisition systems and sensors, such as CAN bus
Proficient driving skills
Knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture (i.e., brake-by-wire and regenerative braking systems)
Capability of working in extreme temperatures, ranging from -40° F (in the winter) to +120° F (in the summer)
Ability to work up to an altitude of 14,000 feet
Familiarity with 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
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
Competitive Salaries
Range of Position: $80,000 ~ $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. VEVRM Federal contractor.
