Engineering Manager - EV Battery Materials Development

HATCI is currently seeking an Engineering Manager - EV Battery Cell Research and Development (BCD) for our Superior Township, MI facility (near Ann Arbor). The BCD is an Engineering Department within AEL (Advanced Engineering Lab), which was established to undertake projects related to EV high voltage battery cell research and development. This position reports to Senior Manager of BCD.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and build section's team, lab, resources, capabilities, and a project portfolio for production vehicle support and new battery cell technology development.
• Lead advanced battery cell development team focusing on both developing next-gen advanced battery chemistries and evaluating potential new battery materials from suppliers.
• Understand and follow department's business model, strategic direction, purpose, and mission and continually communicate them with direct reports.
• Set up section's goals and objectives aligned with department's direction, and drive execution, engagement, and results to accomplish them.
• Develop and manage section's plan, strategy, and budget allocation & usage.
• Assign tasks and evaluate performance of direct reports.
• Work with the Director and Senior Manager to participate in department's resource planning, goal setting, and technology road map creation.
• Facilitate inter-team collaboration and knowledge sharing through transparent communication.
• Produce and deliver executive presentations on key project milestones and achievements.
• Remain current with new technology and competitive products as a means to drive innovation.
• Provide technical guidance and support for EV battery cell related concerns for both pre-production and post-production issues.
• Lead and oversee engineering projects to identify and develop new high voltage battery technologies, strategies, and methods to support current and future Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis production hybrid and battery electric vehicles.
• Support the North American electric vehicle plant including localized production parts verification and technical support.
• Respond to EV quality issues in NA by performing quality data acquisition, root cause analysis, and/or improvement verification.
• Conduct feasibility analyses of new battery cell technologies through simulation, and lab tests.
• Communicate selected battery technologies to Korean R&D Headquarters to introduce them to current or next generation production programs.
• Manage research activities with external partners including national labs, universities, and tech suppliers.
• Investigate industry trends through competitive benchmarking, applying that information to set development directions and guide performance target settings.
• Investigate industry trends by monitoring publication of technical papers and reports internally/externally.

What We Offer:

• 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
• A Global Environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive Salaries
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Required:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or other related fields
• 5+ years of automotive battery development
• 2+ years of project management experience
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and leadership & people management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially with others with the highest standards of integrity.
• Strong working knowledge and experience in battery cell components, principles, operation, and vehicle electrification technology
• Proven track record of engineering projects related to testing and development of advanced battery materials (anode, cathodes, and/or electrolytes)
• Must be able to work with many different departments within HATCI and with its affiliates (e.g., Korea R&D Center, Hyundai Motor North America, Kia US, etc.) with a demonstrated ability to create relationships and facilitate work across company functions.
• Knowledge in vehicle or vehicle component test procedures
• Good written communication, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of advanced Li-ion, Na-ion, and solid-state battery chemistries
• Up to 20% travel (domestic and international)

Preferred:

• M.S. or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or other related fields
• 2+ years of people management experience (as an engineering manager)
• Building a battery testing facility (specifying, installing, commissioning test equipment)
• Experience with organization building and growth.

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.