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>JOB TITLE</b></H2> </div><div><p>Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Design 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.</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>Apply Functional Area expertise to continuously develop (Sample → Mass Production Application) improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and KIA vehicles.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Confirm design for manufacturability, focus on warranty claim prevention and overall design for quality customer products.</li> <li>Oversee component testing on design concepts to assess their feasibility and manufacturability for production implementation.</li> <li>Summarize investigation results and apply to current products where applicable to improve quality, reduce warranty claims and improve vehicle J.D. Power IQS results.</li> <li>Provide technical design support for current production and new vehicle launch builds as assigned.</li> <li>Generate issue lists, propose countermeasures, validate improvement recommendations, and issue engineering changes as required.</li> <li>Modify and/or create assembly structure utilizing the Bill of Material (BOM) system.</li> <li>Modify/Create 2D engineering drawings and associated 3D geometry (surface/solid) based on design change (as applicable) for non-supplier sourced systems.</li> <li>Review 2D drawings and 3D data from suppliers to ensure that components meet design specifications, make recommendations for changes and obtain appropriate management approvals.</li> <li>Utilize CAE as required.</li> <li>Benchmark competitor best in class vehicles to better understand design methodologies and customer preferences.</li> <li>Develop strong supplier contact base within commodity area of responsibility.</li> <li>Understand component manufacturing processes and capabilities that influence design improvement direction.</li> <li>Manage suppliers as part of design improvement process by leading cross functionally: Share design information, lead testing, review output and enforce timelines.</li> <li>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.</li> <li>Develop and present technical reports as assigned.</li> <li>Prepare detailed project plans, develop supporting budget, and prepare reports for management as required.</li> <li>Travel up to 25% of time 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><strong>Educational Requirements:</strong> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li>Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Related Industry Experience Requirements:</strong> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li>0-5 years of experience in Engineering Design for responsible functional area</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Required Skills and Knowledge:</strong> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li>Knowledge of automotive industry engineering design and related manufacturing methods</li> <li>Knowledge of functional area components and related parts</li> <li>Knowledge of vehicle safety standards and testing methods/requirements</li> <li>CATIA V5 or similar experience</li> <li>Proficient Project Management skills</li> <li>Proficient Data Analysis skills</li> <li>Proficient skills in MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook</li> <li>Proficient time management and organization skills</li> <li>Proficient oral and written communication skills</li> </ul> </li> <li><strong>Additional Requirements:</strong> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li>Experience working in culturally diverse team environment</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior</li> </ul> </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>Generous paid time off including vacation, sick and abundant holidays</li> <li>A global environment that fosters diversity</li> <li>Competitive salaries</li> <li>Retirement savings and planning benefits</li> <li>Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts</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>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.</p> <p>HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.</p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/images/profiles/1000647/companyBadge.png" alt="" width="128" height="218"></p></div></div></div>