Powertrain Performance Test Engineer

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 ~ $90,000/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.