Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc (HATCI) is looking for a Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer at our Superior Township, MI facility.

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.

Primary Responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Conduct and support research test
• Type : Full vehicle, system, sled, and component level evaluations
• Pre-test : Develop test plan / set-up, attend, and conduct test
• Post-test : Test data analysis, teardowns / inspection, and reporting
• Support research vehicle development tests
• Attendance, test data analysis; provide design suggestions for implementation
• Work with test technicians to conduct the tests to regulatory or internal specifications
• Design and lead new technology and future requirement projects
• Supported by HATCI or HQ staff
• Develop novel component test methodology to support vehicle level system performance
• Collaborate with related teams to develop designs / design changes to meet Safety and Crashworthiness targets
• Collaborate with body structures and restraint team in developing optimized designs
• Create technical reports per HATCI guidelines and present to all collaborating teams as needed
• Other activities as required
• Travel up to 20% of the time domestically and internationally

What we offer :

• 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
• Retirement savings and planning benefits
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Experience and Skills

• Strong knowledge in automotive structure, crashworthiness, and safety
• Strong knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS), NCAP, and IIHS safety evaluations
• Expertise in testing, test equipment, and test processes necessary to meet vehicle requirements
• Expertise in analysis of crash test data (structural and occupant)
• Experience using test data analysis tools is ideal (DIAdem, Hyperworks, Excel etc)
• Knowledge of simulation (structure and occupant) to provide direction to simulation team
• Knowledge of Automotive Industry engineering and manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate integrity, and ethical behavior

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• 3 years' experience in automotive industry
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Strong Analytical skills.
• Proficient skills in MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proficient time management and organization skills
• Valid Driver's License & satisfactory driving record
• 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

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