New Model Evaluation Engineer (North American Quality Center - NAQC)

Hyundai Motor Group North American Quality Center. (NAQC) is the quality arm for all North American models of the South Korea-based Hyundai Motor Group.

Our success in satisfying the demands of increasingly sophisticated consumers is a direct result of the investment Hyundai has made in the future of American automotive engineering. We are committed to becoming the leading automotive maker by delivering uncompromising quality and maximum customer satisfaction through revolution and change.

• Test and evaluate Chassis/PT/EL concerns for new vehicle models and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Investigate/support testing and evaluation of Chassis/PT/EL quality issues on Hyundai, Genesis or Kia vehicles responding to requests from Hyundai Motor Group, sales affiliates, vehicle assembly plants, and sudden increases in warranty claims.
• Conduct field or on-site investigations to collect subjective and objective data during driving to identify concern to perform root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of Chassis/PT/EL Fundamentals including NVH, Steering, Ride & Handling, Brakes, EV System, ADAS, Infotainment, etc.
• Experience with vehicle sensors (LiDAR, radar, etc.), motor driven steering systems, collision avoidance system, adaptive control, lane departure, tire monitor system, etc.
• Experience with shop equipment (tire balancer/charger, lift, etc.) & knowledge of other Chassis/PT/EL engineering test equipment.
• Ability to plan, lead, and provide support in collaboration with other groups/affiliates of test plans for the various quality tests done for new models including Ride & Handling, NVH, Flat Spot Testing, Hot and Cold weather tests.
• Manage schedules and advise outsourced companies to ensure all deliverables are met as per contract.
• Engineering analysis and research results for 'lessons learned' on current and future models.
• Benchmark competitive vehicles to research differences and improve HMG vehicle systems.
• Research, procure and maintain new technology, tools, and methods for data acquisition or analysis.
• Conduct vehicle audits for Hyundai & Kia models during developmental stages and after vehicle launch.
• Create and present technical and weekly reports as assigned.
• Perform additional projects as assigned.
• Travel up to 40% of the time domestically and internationally

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• 0-5 Years of experience in automotive engineering, preferably Chassis/PT/EL experience strongly desired

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles and practices.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

• 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
  
  
  
  • Range of Position: $70,000 ~ $93,000/Year
  
  
  
  
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending account

• 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.




• HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran.VEVRAAFederal contractor.