Electrified Propulsion Engineer IIThe Team:The Electrified Drivability Test Team oversees the calibration of vehicle parameters concerning acceleration characteristics, and evaluation of powertrain behavior of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis NA vehicle models.
The Position:The Electrified Propulsion Engineer II would work with subject propulsion systems (i.e., internal combustion, hybrid-electric) of diverse vehicle segments, utilizing in-vehicle testing, customer research, and subjective performance evaluation to support lead engineers in defining and achieving targets
What You Will Do- Instrument test vehicles with a variety of sensors (e.g., accelerometers, thermocouples, microphones, etc.) to collect data for characterizing and monitoring the vehicles' performance and fuel economy
- Identify drivability and fuel economy strengths and weaknesses, in addition to conducting root cause analysis via measured data to determine the powertrain control strategies that contribute to the identified behaviors
- Plan and participate in test trips where vehicles are evaluated in a wide range of driving conditions and environments
- Collaborate with lead engineers in validating drivability strategies that support US market expectations
- Perform powertrain performance testing and assist in the collection and analysis of vehicle data
- Partake in drive events with a panel of engineers and evaluators, providing the perspective of a powertrain evaluator and offering context to the comments of other evaluators
- Travel up to 30%, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role- Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or a related field of engineering
- 4+ years of experience working with propulsion systems
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink
- Experience performing vehicle evaluations
- Data and root cause analysis skills
- Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning propulsion-related systems
- Experience with automotive data acquisition and analysis tools and sensors
- Understanding of vehicle dynamics and fuel economy principles
- 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
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal 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
- Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
- Competitive Salaries
- Range of Position: $80,000 ~ $93,000 /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.
