Powertrain Engineer II (North American Quality Center - NAQC)

Hyundai Motor Group North American Quality Center. (NAQC) is the quality arm for all North American models of the Korean-based Hyundai Motor Group.

Our success in satisfying the demands of increasingly sophisticated consumers is a direct result of the investment Hyundai has made in the future of American automotive engineering. We are committed to becoming the leading automotive maker by delivering uncompromising quality and maximum customer satisfaction through revolution and change.

Hyundai Motor Group North American Quality Center. (NAQC) is currently looking for a Powertrain Engineer 2 at Ann Arbor, MI office.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Powertrain Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will focus on the continuous development and enhancement of the product quality and customer satisfaction of current vehicles, specifically in the areas of Powertrains Systems.

• Investigate and support the testing of powertrain related quality issues in Hyundai, Genesis, or Kia vehicles by responding to requests from Hyundai Motor Group, sales affiliates, vehicle assembly plants, and in cases of sudden increases in warranty claims.
• Knowledge of internal Combustion Engine mechanical structure, Engine Control Logic, and related components.

• Define customer's subjective concerns using objective data with accurate field duplicating conditions with the use of data. Data loggers are used to capture exact conditions when the concern occurs.

• Conduct field or on-site investigations to collect both subjective and objective data, analyze the data to diagnose root causes, and validate the effectiveness of improvements.
• Benchmark competitive vehicle designs, diagnostic procedures, and technical service bulletins (TSBs) to research differences and enhance our systems and materials.
• Study various external indices (e.g., J.D. Power, Consumer Reports), customer forums, and other automotive syndicated studies to identify market trends and customer feedback.
• Research, procure, and maintain new technologies, tools, and methods for data acquisition and analysis.
• Manage schedules and coordinate with outsourced companies to ensure all deliverables are met according to contract requirements.
• Assist vendors and address issues that may arise to maintain project schedules.
• Create and present technical reports as assigned.
• Must be a self-starter with an automotive background, capable of solving various problems with minimal supervision.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices and facilitate on-the-job learning.
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles and practices.
• Travel up to 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally.
• Flexibility with travel (domestic and international) is required.

• Basic Qualifications
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in QA/QC, Quality Improvement, or Vehicle Quality Investigation & Root Cause Analysis.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills
  
  
  
  

• Preferred Qualifications
  
  
  
  • 3+ years experience in automotive engineering, with a strong preference for Powertrain Experience.
  • Familiarity with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition tools (such as LMS, Vector CANalyzer, etc) is a plus
  
  
  
  

• 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
• 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.