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Hyundai's North America Quality Center (NAQC) is looking for an Engineer II for the Electrical Team

The Team:

NAQC is the quality arm for Hyundai Motor Group (HMG)'s North American vehicle models. NAQC seeks to further Hyundai's goal of becoming the leading automotive manufacturer in North America by delivering uncompromising quality and exceeding consumer expectations. 

The Position:

The Electrical Engineer II would focus on the continuous development and enhancement of electrical systems for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicles by performing field and on-site investigations and root cause analysis regarding electrical-related issues

• Utilize warranty claim analysis to conduct quality investigations on Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia vehicles
• Execute field and on-site investigations to identify, analyze, replicate, and resolve quality-related issues for electrical systems
• Instrument various DAQ systems to prototype and customer vehicles to capture vehicle ECU (Electronic Control Unit) data 
• Publish technical reports on electrical system evaluations and investigations to provide HMG R&D and Quality teams with recommendations for improvement
• Perform part-failure analysis on electrical components to diagnose electrical-related issues and share findings with the corresponding vendor(s) and other quality divisions via investigation reports
• Provide technical support and participate in various product evaluation programs with NA sales affiliates and assembly plants
• Conduct ECU Over-The-Air (OTA) update validations to confirm market deployment readiness
• Support dealers and vendors with electrical-related issues by performing root cause analysis and providing solutions/countermeasures
• Perform supplier audits to ensure NA meets HMG's quality standards
• Identify market trends via customer feedback, external indices (e.g., J.D. Power and Consumer Reports), customer forums, and automotive syndicated studies
• Collaborate with the appropriate stakeholders (i.e., HMG R&D, suppliers, other quality departments, etc.) to resolve complex, quality-related issues
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices and facilitate on-the-job learning
• Travel up to 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, or electrical engineering
• 3+ years of experience working with automotive electrical systems
• QA/QC/QI experience
• Familiarity with Vector CANalyzer/CANoe/CANape, Oscilloscope, and Spectrum analyzer
• Root cause analysis skills
• Experience conducting field and on-site investigations
• Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning electrical systems
• Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to perform additional projects and tasks (as assigned) to support the overall mission, vision, and goals of NAQC
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Project management experience

• 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
• Range of Position: $75,000 ~ $110,000/Year
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Flexible Work Hours
• Fully On-Site Position

• 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.