Hyundai Motor America

Senior Chassis Dynamics Development Engineer

Hyundai Motor America

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: California City • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $98,000 - $125,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Chassis dynamics development includes handling focused active chassis control performance development (e-LSD, e-AWD, Rear Wheel Steering, Steer By Wire, etc.)
  • High performance vehicle on road (track) & off road (baja/desert running) chassis dynamic performance development
  • Trailer towing dynamics and stability control performance development
  • Advanced research activities include objective test/analysis, simulation, and control logic development
  • 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.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study
  • 10+ years of vehicle dynamics and control area engineering experience - chassis control / high-performance chassis dynamics
  • Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, control system development, and chassis performance development
  • 5+ years of experience in vehicle stability, controllability, and traction performance development (preferred)
  • High performance driving skills and good subjective evaluation skills
  • Background in prototype vehicle on-road testing and performance measurement
  • Experience working in culturally diverse team environment.
  • Knowledge of Automotive Industry engineering and manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture, brake by wire and regenerative braking systems.
  • Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
  • 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.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and capability.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity and ethical behavior.
  • 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
  • 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
vehicle dynamicschassis controlhigh-performance chassis dynamicscontrol system developmentvehicle stabilitytraction performance developmentdata acquisition systemsCAN bus data acquisitionelectrified vehicle architecturebrake by wire
Soft Skills
strong understandinghigh performance driving skillssubjective evaluation skillsteam environment collaborationtime managementorganization skillsself-management skillsmechanical aptitudeconfidentialityethical behavior
Certifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical EngineeringValid Driver's License