Powertrain Performance Test Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and proactive engineer for the Performance and Drivability Development Team

The Team:

The Performance and Drivability Development Team oversees the calibration of vehicle parameters concerning acceleration characteristics, fuel economy, and powertrain behavior of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis NA vehicle models

The Position:

The Powertrain Performance Test Engineer would work with subject propulsion systems (i.e., internal combustion, hybrid-electric, and battery-electric) of diverse vehicle segments, utilizing in-vehicle testing, customer research, and subjective performance evaluation to support lead engineers in defining and achieving targets

• Instrument test vehicles with a variety of sensors (e.g., accelerometers, thermocouples, microphones, etc.) to collect data for characterizing and monitoring the vehicles' performance and fuel economy
• Identify drivability and fuel economy strengths and weaknesses, in addition to conducting root cause analysis via measured data to determine the powertrain control strategies that contribute to the identified behaviors
• Plan and participate in test trips where vehicles are evaluated in a wide range of driving conditions and environments
• Collaborate with lead engineers in validating drivability strategies that support US market expectations
• Perform powertrain performance testing and assist in the collection and analysis of vehicle data
• Partake in drive events with a panel of engineers and evaluators, providing the perspective of a powertrain evaluator and offering context to the comments of other evaluators
• Travel up to 30%, both domestically and internationally

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or a related field of engineering
• 0-7 years of experience working with propulsion systems
• Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink
• Experience performing vehicle evaluations
• Data and root cause analysis skills
• Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning propulsion-related systems
• Experience with automotive data acquisition and analysis tools and sensors
• Understanding of vehicle dynamics and fuel economy principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Flexibility with program and process changes, as Hyundai/Kia/Genesis is willing to make late changes to satisfy customer needs
• Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Valid Driver's License and a 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
  • 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

• 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.