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Powertrain Performance Test Engineer

$70k - $93k
Full-time

Hyundai America Technical Center

Job description:

Powertrain Performance Test Engineer

As a powertrain performance test engineer you will be part of a team that is responsible for calibrating vehicle parameters that have a direct impact on the acceleration characteristics, fuel economy, and powertrain behavior of Hyundai/Kia/Genesis vehicles for the North American market. In this position, you will support lead engineers in defining and achieving drivability and performance targets through in-vehicle testing, calibration, voice-of-customer research, and subjective evaluation. Subject propulsion systems include internal combustion, hybrid-electric, and battery-electric, in a variety of vehicle segments.

What You Will Do
  • Instrument test vehicles with a variety of sensors (accelerometers, thermocouples, microphones, etc.) to collect data for characterizing and monitoring the vehicle’s performance and drivability.
  • Identify drivability strengths and weaknesses. Perform root cause analysis with measured data to determine the powertrain control strategies responsible for the identified behaviors.
  • Plan & participate in test trips where vehicles are evaluated in a wide range of on-road driving conditions and environments.
  • Work with lead engineers to validate drivability strategies for the best match to US market expectations.
  • Perform powertrain performance testing and assist in the collection and analysis of vehicle data.
  • Participate in drive events with a panel of engineers and evaluators where you will provide the perspective of a powertrain evaluator and provide context to the comments of other evaluators.
  • Create and present clear & concise project status and technical reports.
  • Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment and in harsh climate conditions (Winter -40F, Summer +120F, altitude up to 14,000 ft)
  • Travel up to 35%, domestically and internationally to support product development and testing
What You Will Bring to the Role
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field of study
  • 1+ years of relevant engineering experience; experience in the automotive industry preferred
  • Engineering internship experience
  • Good understanding of vehicle powertrain systems and vehicle dynamics
  • Experience with data acquisition systems
  • Experience with data analysis software including MATLAB
  • Knowledgeable in simple modeling of physical systems and analysis
  • Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving methods
  • Good written communication and presentation skills
  • Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • Valid Driver's License and 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: $70,000 ~ $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.
    • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.
Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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