Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Engineer II

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for a Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Engineer at our Irvine, California facility.

• The Test Planning Engineer role will manage the vehicle testing that occurs between various teams during the vehicle development process, coordinate seasonal testing activities, and participate in vehicle static and dynamic evaluations.
• The Total Vehicle Evaluation (TVE) Team is involved throughout the vehicle development process to ensure the competitiveness of Hyundai Motor Group products in North America.
• TVE works closely with all other development teams in order to manage and facilitate testing that needs to occur at various stages of vehicle development.

• Test planning and coordination for Total Vehicle Evaluation led development activities like Prototype evaluations and Ride and Drive evaluations.
• Manage testing priorities with various teams and coordinate vehicle test usage between teams.
• Coordinate seasonal testing vehicle usage including Summer and Winter testing.
• Evaluate the total performance (Powertrain, Ride & Handling, NVH, Brakes, ADAS, Human Factors, etc.) of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis development vehicles.
• Perform subjective vehicle evaluations, identify potential customer complaint issues, investigate problem root causes, and recommend potential countermeasures.
• Organize and execute benchmarking activities on competitive vehicles.
• Track the development status of Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicle projects.
• Summarize media reviews and customer feedback of Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles.
• Manage the entire test vehicle fleet including competitors vehicles throughout the whole vehicle lifecycle, consisting of vehicle check-in/purchase, documentation, tracking, and disposal.
• Coordinate test vehicle access requests from other HATCI Teams, and vehicle loan requests from affiliates.
• Interface regularly with Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis affiliates in North America.
• Support vehicle testing activities at the Hyundai California Proving Ground.
• Support other technical groups as needed.
• Create and present clear & concise project status and technical reports.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study
• 3 ~ 7 year of relevant engineering experience in the automotive industry
• General understanding of vehicle dynamics, human factors, NVH, braking, and powertrain systems
• Proficiency in planning, executing, and monitoring projects
• Proficiency with MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Work in a team environment as well as independently
• Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision-making abilities
• Excellent 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

• 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
  • $80,000 ~ $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

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations:

• 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

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.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.