R&D Operations & Transformation Analyst
HATCI is the North American R&D HQ for Hyundai Motor Group and is growing to support global vehicle and mobility programs. With locations across Michigan, California, and Georgia we continuously modernize and improve how we operate-increasing our scalable, efficient, and transparent operational practices.
We are seeking an Operations & Transformation Analyst to join our Operations Team and drive modernization across our growing R&D organization. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how a dynamic R&D organization operates. You will work alongside leadership to implement modern business tools, establish efficient processes, and improve how we communicate and collaborate. The Operations Team will drive transformation projects across all functions and areas of the organization (Engineering, Finance, IT, HR, Executive-level, etc.)
This role is ideal for a smart, self-motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is equally comfortable managing complex projects and rolling up your sleeves to execute the work yourself. You will be instrumental in helping our entire organization work smarter. The role requires someone comfortable operating in lowstructure environments, influencing without authority, and translating strategy into practical execution. This is a builder role for someone who enjoys defining "how things should work" and then making it real. The role will be dynamic and evolving-expanding into diverse transformation initiatives as the organization grows.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Project Management & Execution
Plan, lead, and deliver projects that meet objectives on time, within scope, and within budget
Define project goals, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, timelines, and resource estimates
Act as the primary stakeholder contact for project status, updates, reports, and presentations
Track, manage, and resolve issues and risks as they arise
Platform Administration & Knowledge Management Leadership
Develop, architect, and maintain the technical framework and business-level settings for Jira and Notion platforms
Create and execute comprehensive deployment plans to drive adoption and training across all employees and sites
Build the company's knowledge management system, including documentation, FAQs, resources, guides, templates, policies, and procedures
Serve as the organizational expert and primary point of contact for both platforms-supporting departmental champions, troubleshooting issues, and liaising with software vendors and external consultants
Support long-term platform optimization and governance
Process Improvement & Organizational Optimization
Review existing ways of working across departments and document current-state processes
Analyze operations to identify improvement opportunities and develop target-state processes
Create detailed documentation including procedures, standard work instructions, and flowcharts
Drive action plans to close process gaps and implement improvements
Facilitate process improvement workshops and structured improvement activities across the organization
Operations & Administrative Support
Provide support to the President and Leadership Team by acting in a chief of staff capacity: facilitate meetings, develop and track action plans, prepare executive-level reports and presentations
Establish and administer key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure organizational effectiveness
Collaborate with departments including engineering, production, procurement, and facilities to ensure seamless operations
Create and maintain operational templates and documentation standards
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience. Desired major in Engineering, Business, or STEM discipline
Related Industry Experience Requirements:
5+ years of relevant experience (10+ years strongly preferred)
Previous experience within the automotive industry preferred
Required Skills and Knowledge:
Demonstrated experience leading projects in ambiguous environments, designing and implementing processes, and supporting organizational growth and transformation
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong facilitation and workshop leadership capability
Influential communicator able to motivate and align diverse teams
Highly adaptable and comfortable with change
Selfdirected, proactive, and executionfocused
Organized, analytical, and detailoriented without losing strategic perspective
Additional Requirements:
Advanced knowledge of Jira and Notion (or comparable project management and knowledge management platforms)
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence and enterprise software tools preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and master new software platforms and tools
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
Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
Opportunity to shape the success of a growing R&D organization
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Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an equal opportunity employer commited to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, other protected veteran status, and any other protected class under law.
