Electrified Propulsion Engineer II

Electrified Propulsion Engineer II

The Team:

The Electrified Drivability Test Team oversees the calibration of vehicle parameters concerning acceleration characteristics, and evaluation of powertrain behavior of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis NA vehicle models.

The Position:

The Electrified Propulsion Engineer II would work with subject propulsion systems (i.e., internal combustion, hybrid-electric) of diverse vehicle segments, utilizing in-vehicle testing, customer research, and subjective performance evaluation to support lead engineers in defining and achieving targets What You Will Do

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

What You Will Bring to the Role

Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or a related field of engineering

4+ 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

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: $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

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.