Electrical Resident EngineerHyundai 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
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