NAQC New Model Validation Engineer I

1 week ago


Chino, United States Hyundai America Technical Center Full time

Hyundai Motor Group North American Quality Center. (NAQC) is the quality arm for all North American models of the South Korea-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 New Model Validation Engineer at our Chino, CA facility who will:

Candidates considered for this important role will display excellent written and verbal communication and exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills.

To be successful, the candidate must be adaptive to a dynamic environment and be able to communicate with various levels of management.

The ideal candidate is...

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
  • Have excellent research and data analysis skills
  • Be an excellent problem-solver, detail-oriented, and exhibit a drive for continuous improvement

On a
day-to-day basis, the NAQC New Model Validation Engineer will:

  • Validate Chassis/PT/EL improvements
    (hardware/software/tuning, etc.) for new vehicle models and provide feedback
    on deficiencies and recommendations for improvement
  • Plan and support validation
    events of Chassis/PT/EL issues on new Hyundai, Genesis, or Kia vehicles
    responding to requests from Hyundai Motor Group, sales affiliates, vehicle
    assembly plants, and sudden increases in warranty claims
  • Develop and conduct events or
    on-site investigations to collect subjective and objective data during
    driving to identify concerns to perform root cause analysis
  • Develop and utilize knowledge of
    Chassis/PT/EL Fundamentals including NVH, Steering, Ride & Handling,
    Brakes, EV System, ADAS, Infotainment, etc.
  • Develop and utilize experience
    with vehicle sensors (LiDAR, radar, etc.), motor-driven steering systems,
    collision avoidance system, adaptive control, lane departure, tire monitor
    system, etc.
  • Use basic shop equipment (tire
    balancer/charger, lift, etc.) & other Chassis/PT/EL engineering test
    equipment
  • Plan, lead, and provide support
    in collaboration with other groups/affiliates of test plans for the
    various quality tests done for new models including Ride & Handling,
    NVH, Flat Spot Testing, and Hot and Cold Weather tests
  • Prepare and monitor durability
    programs conducted by third parties.
    Includes route planning, segment-specific planning, and maintaining
    checklists of items to be performed.
    Make recommendations and report on results to HKMC of durability
    events and also perform total vehicle tear down.
  • Develop schedules and advise
    outsourced companies to ensure all deliverables are met as per contract
  • Benchmark competitive vehicles to
    research differences and improve HMG vehicle systems
  • Research, procure, and maintain
    new technology, tools, and methods for data acquisition or analysis
  • Conduct vehicle audits for
    Hyundai & Kia models during developmental stages and after vehicle
    launch
  • Create and present technical and
    weekly reports as assigned
  • Perform
    additional projects as assigned

Candidates considered will...

  • Basic Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
    • Have 0-2 years experience in automotive engineering, preferably Chassis/PT/EL experience strongly desired
    • Travel up to 40% of the time, both domestically and internationally
  • Preferred Qualifications
    • Knowledge of Quality Assurance and Quality Control principles and practices
    • Project management experience preferred
    • Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record
  • Compensation:
    • Base Salary: $72k~$84k

  • 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.

    • 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. VEVRRA Federal contractor.


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