Hyundai Motor America

Chassis Control Calibration Engineer I

Hyundai Motor America

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: California City • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $70,000 - $78,000 per year

About the role

  • Develop ESC (Electronic Stability Control) system and chassis dynamics control system through subjective and objective testing including in-house testing and calibration for prototype through production of HMG vehicles in collaboration with Chassis/Brake/NVH Engineers and Suppliers.
  • Conduct benchmarking of competitive vehicles and support customer preference studies.
  • Conduct certification test of ESC performance following NHTSA test standard and major media test procedure.
  • Lead ESC/Chassis Control performance development – SW calibration and HW validation.
  • Conduct FMVSS126 ESC certification test and NCAP rollover test.
  • Participate winter test in Sweden, North America, New Zealand, Japan, China and Korea and conduct low mu performance calibration/verification of ESC and Chassis Dynamics Control System.
  • Support in-house chassis control logic development and lead tuning application.
  • Develop in-house testing as needed, specifying and procuring instrumentation and conducting test trials.
  • Develop/conduct objective test and analysis following National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) test procedures and major media test procedure.
  • Conduct objective benchmarking of competitive vehicles and Hyundai/Kia at specified development “gateway points.”
  • Conduct customer feedback research to understand customer requirement.
  • Understand and translate HMC, KMC, HMA, and KMA product vision for Vehicle Dynamics into actual vehicle performance.
  • Support all chassis research & development activities at the Proving Ground.
  • Work in a team environment as well as independently.
  • Mentor junior level engineers.
  • Support manufacturing organization with pre-launch activities through plant visits.
  • Support special problem assessment and countermeasure recommendations.
  • Attend industry sponsored Conferences & Trainings, and Vendor Demonstrations to review and continuously improve chassis components and systems.
  • Create and present technical reports as assigned.
  • Collaborate with Chassis/Brake and NVH Engineers to develop and improve ESC and Chassis Dynamics Control performance for HMG vehicles as needed.
  • May be required to install suspension related parts or tires on vehicles or to direct technicians to perform installations.
  • Perform additional chassis development projects as assigned.
  • Travel up to 40% of time domestically and internationally.
  • Assist in planning and monitoring of department budget.
  • Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, timecard, vacation requests, travel requests, etc.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of Automotive Industry engineering and manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture, brake by wire and regenerative braking systems.
  • Strong knowledge of Automotive Vehicle Dynamics Control principles and practices.
  • Strong knowledge of SAE and FMVSS test procedures and methods related to automotive chassis control and ability to personally conduct such testing.
  • Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
  • Documented professional high performance driving experience
  • 0-3+ years in Vehicle Evaluation & Development in the Automotive Industry. (Preferred)
  • 0-3+ years in Vehicle Chassis/Chassis Control System Tuning & Development experience. (Preferred)
  • Experience working in culturally diverse team environment.
  • Proficient driving skills.
  • Expert technical report writing skills.
  • Proficient with data acquisition systems and sensing equipment including CAN bus data acquisition.
  • Proficient Project Management skills.
  • Proficient skills in MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  • Proficient time management and organization skills.
  • Proficient self-management skills.
  • Proficient oral and written communication skills.
  • Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
Benefits
  • 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 (commensurate with experience)
  • Range of position: $70,000.00 - $78,000.00
  • Retirement savings and planning benefits
  • Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
  • Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)Chassis Dynamics ControlVehicle Dynamics ControlBrake by WireRegenerative Braking SystemsSAE Test ProceduresFMVSS Test ProceduresData Acquisition SystemsSensing EquipmentVehicle Evaluation & Development
Soft Skills
Project ManagementTime ManagementOrganizationSelf-managementOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationMentoringTeam CollaborationCustomer Feedback ResearchTechnical Report Writing
Certifications
Valid Driver's License