About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Ride and Handling Engineer II</b></H2> </div><div><p>Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for a highly motivated and proactive Ride and Handling (Vehicle Dynamics) Engineer II at our Irvine, California facility.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What You Will Do:</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Evaluate the performance of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis prototype and production vehicles for Ride & Handling, as well as other customer related attributes.</li> <li>Experience preferred, but interest in damper, electric power steering, spring/bar tuning, and tire development is necessary.</li> <li>Perform subjective and objective vehicle evaluations, identify potential customer complaint issues, investigate problem root causes, and propose countermeasures.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Benchmark competitive vehicles for trends and technology.</li> <li>Interface with counterparts in Korea on are regular basis.</li> <li>Organize resources in support of engineers from our global offices in their suspension development.</li> <li>Keep inventory of tires between our Irvine and California City locations.</li> <li>Plan tire testing throughout the development of each vehicle.</li> <li>Analyze customer feedback survey results (IQS, Consumer Report, and internal clinics).</li> <li>Interface regularly with Hyundai and Kia affiliates in North America.</li> <li>Provide technical support to Hyundai and Kia North American manufacturing plants.</li> <li>Support development activities at our Proving Ground in California City, CA.</li> <li>Create and present clear and concise technical reports.</li> <li>Work in a team environment as well as independently.</li> <li>Travel up to 30%, domestically and internationally.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What You Will Bring to the Role:</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Bachelor’s of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study.</li> <li>Prefer some relevant engineering internships or experience in the automotive industry</li> <li>Formula SAE / Mini Baja</li> <li>Good understanding of vehicle dynamics fundatmentals</li> <li>Some experience with data acquisition and analysis software including MATLAB</li> <li>Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel & PowerPoint)</li> <li>Good project management and technical writing skills</li> <li>Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities</li> <li>Ability to work in a culturally diverse team environment</li> <li>Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What Hyundai Can Offer You:</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li>Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family</li> <li>100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance</li> <li>Hybrid Work Schedule</li> <li>Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays</li> <li>Competitive Salaries <ul> <li>Range of Position: $80,000.00 ~ $93,000.00/Year</li> </ul> </li> <li>A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity</li> <li>Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits</li> <li>Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts </li> <li>Flexible Work Hours</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Other Details:</b></H2> </div><div><p><em>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.</em></p> <p><em>HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.</em></p></div></div></div>