Chassis Resident Engineer

Chassis Resident Engineer Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Senior Engineer for the Production Vehicle Optimization (PVO) Team. The PVO Team is a part of the Vehicle Engineering Department, which focuses on optimizing North American produced vehicles for Initial Quality, Warranty Claim (Durability) and Cost Efficiency by Engineering Design. WHAT YOU WILL DO * Apply Functional Area expertise to continuously develop (Sample → Mass Production Application) improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and KIA vehicles. * Collaborate with HMMA, KaGA, HMGMA, KMX, Suppliers, HMG R&D and other HATCI teams by serving as an onsite technical design liaison for North American production vehicles. * Confirm design for manufacturability, focus on warranty claim prevention and overall design for quality customer products. * Oversee component testing on design concepts to assess their feasibility and manufacturability for production implementation. * Summarize investigation results and apply to current products where applicable to improve quality, reduce warranty claims and improve vehicle J.D. Power IQS results. * Provide technical design support for current production and new vehicle launch builds as assigned. * Generate issue lists, propose countermeasures, validate improvement recommendations, and issue engineering changes as required. * Modify and/or create assembly structure utilizing the Bill of Material (BOM) system. * Modify/Create 2D engineering drawings and associated 3D geometry (surface/solid) based on design change (as applicable) for non-supplier sourced systems. * Review 2D drawings and 3D data from suppliers to ensure that components meet design specifications, make recommendations for changes and obtain appropriate management approvals. * Utilize CAE as required. * Benchmark competitor best in class vehicles to better understand design methodologies and customer preferences. * Develop strong supplier contact base within commodity area of responsibility. * Understand component manufacturing processes and capabilities that influence design improvement direction. * Manage suppliers as part of design improvement process by leading cross functionally: Share design information, lead testing, review output and enforce timelines. * Respond to special requests from HMG R&D: Investigations, reports on plant or supplier quality trends, Task Force Team participation, new concept evaluation, part testing and other topics as requested. * Develop and present technical reports as assigned. * Prepare detailed project plans, develop supporting budget, and prepare reports for management as required. * Travel up to 25% of time domestically and internationally. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT * Required Skills and Knowledge: * Strong knowledge of automotive industry engineering design and related manufacturing methods * Strong knowledge of functional area components and related parts * Knowledge of vehicle safety standards and testing methods/requirements * Proficient in CATIA V5 * Proficient Project Management skills * Proficient Data Analysis skills * Proficient skills in MS Office - Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook * Proficient time management and organization skills * Proficient oral and written communication skills * Additional Requirements: * Experience working in culturally diverse team environment * Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE * Educational Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study * Related Industry Experience Requirements: * 10+ years of experience in Engineering Design for responsible functional area * 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 WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU * 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 STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY?

Created: 2026-04-02