About this role
<p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At Hyundai, we’ve rethought our business and created cars that combine performance, quality, design and innovation into a complete package.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><em><b><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">It’s time you rethink what you expect from an employer.</span></span></b></em></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At Hyundai, we understand you're not just building a career – you're building a life. We believe in our people and realize that our success is a direct result of our commitment in offering you great opportunities for your career. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for a chance to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.</span></span></p> <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>WORK MODEL</b></H2> </div><div><div>#LI-OnSite</div></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><div> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Hyundai Motor America is seeking a Senior Manager, Forensic Investigations to lead critical investigations into vehicle safety and quality issues — with a strong focus on electrical systems, EV architectures, and real-world defect analysis. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the “detective” behind vehicle incidents — analyzing failures, identifying root causes, and driving solutions that improve vehicle safety and customer experience.</span></p> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">You will work hands-on with vehicles, components, and diagnostic data, while leading a team responsible for solving complex issues related to batteries, power electronics, charging systems, ADAS components, and vehicle safety technologies.</span></div> </div></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>HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lead and mentor a team of forensic investigators to identify and resolve vehicle safety concerns and defectsConduct root cause analysis using:</span> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Vehicle diagnostics (DTCs, ECU/ECM data, scan tools)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Field inspections and teardown analysis</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Lab testing (CT scans, SEM, material analysis, etc.)</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Investigate issues related to:</span> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">EV systems (high-voltage batteries, inverters, power conversion systems)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Battery controls, charging systems, and thermal management</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Electronic components (reverse cameras, ADAS systems, control units)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Perform FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) and validation testing to understand failure mechanisms.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Analyze field data and trends to identify potential safety risks and improvement opportunities.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, legal, and suppliers to drive resolution.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Evaluate and validate fixes tied to recalls and service campaigns.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Support regulatory compliance (FMVSS, NHTSA) and provide technical expertise in investigations.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Prepare clear, data-driven reports and present findings to leadership.</span></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 style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Eight or more years of experience in the automotive business, in areas such as vehicle safety, design, testing, field reliability evaluation, materials engineering, diagnostic laboratory, or service is preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Must have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent technical background.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Master's degree a plus.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Three or more years of experience in a first line people manager role.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Strong background in automotive electrical systems, diagnostics, and root cause analysis.</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics (DTCs, ECU/ECM communication, scan tools).</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Understanding of EV / hybrid systems, including batteries, controls, and high-voltage components.</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Familiarity with failure analysis techniques (e.g., CT scan, SEM, materials analysis).</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Ability to analyze data and trends to drive insights and solutions.</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Knowledge of automotive safety regulations (FMVSS/NHTSA).</div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div>Strong cross-functional communication skills across engineering, quality, legal, and suppliers.</div> </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 style="list-style-type:disc"> <li> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance) </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years. </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Vacation and sick time off </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage, including Paid-Family Leave.</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Health advocate (support) </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Education Reimbursement program: Up to $5,250 per year for employees seeking higher education degrees.</span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <div><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">External Training and Development Programs </span></div> </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Compensation Range: $114,800.00 - $164,000.00 annual base salary</span></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 HAPPENS NEXT</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Express your interest by submitting an application. Once your application is received, our recruiting team will review your application to see if you meet the basic and preferred qualifications listed on the job description. For more information on our hiring process please visit our <a title="" href="https://careers-americas.hyundai.com/hma/content/How-we-Hire/?locale=en_US" target="_self">How We Hire</a> page. </span></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>OTHER DETAILS</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Normal office duties.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Must be able to travel to support industry action meetings and ongoing field investigations related to safety‑defect data analysis and defect assessment activities. </span></li> </ul></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:14.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.</span></span></p>