IT Strategy Engineer - AI & Digital Transformation
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is advancing its digital transformation journey to improve how work is performed across engineering, research, and business functions.
As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape how organizations operate, HATCI is seeking an IT Strategy Engineer to help identify opportunities, develop technology roadmaps, and drive business transformation through digital technologies, automation, and AI.
This role is not responsible for developing AI models. Instead, the successful candidate will focus on evaluating emerging technologies, enabling enterprise adoption, transforming business processes, and ensuring alignment with Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) global initiatives.
The ideal candidate combines strong business and technology acumen, understands the rapidly evolving AI landscape, and is passionate about applying technology to create measurable business value.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Drive Digital Transformation & Business Innovation
Identify opportunities to improve business processes, collaboration, productivity, and operational efficiency through digital technologies, automation, and AI
Collect, evaluate, and prioritize transformation opportunities across business units
Develop technology roadmap aligned with business objectives and enterprise strategy
Identify measurable business outcomes and success metrics for transformation initiatives
Support organizational change management and digital adoption efforts
Lead AI Adoption & Emerging Technology Strategy
Monitor AI, Generative AI, automation, and emerging technology trends relevant to enterprise environments
Evaluate AI platforms, digital tools, and enterprise solutions to identify practical business applications
Develop AI adoption strategies and implementation roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities
Serve as an internal advisor on AI opportunities, risks, limitations, and best practices
Promote responsible and business-focused adoption of AI capabilities across the organization
Bridge Business and IT
Act as a strategic liaison between business teams, IT, and Cybersecurity
Translate business challenges into scalable technology-enabled solutions
Facilitate cross-functional discussions to align stakeholders on priorities, requirements, and execution plans
Support business case development, executive reporting, and strategic planning activities
Align with HMG Global Initiatives
Ensure local technology initiatives align with Hyundai Motor Group's global Digital Transformation, IT, and AI/AX strategies
Partner with HMG headquarters and global affiliates to identify reusable solutions, best practices, and strategic opportunities
Promote standardization and reduce duplication of technology investments across regions
Help drive adoption of global platforms and initiatives where appropriate
Support Governance & Responsible Technology Use
Support governance frameworks for AI and emerging technologies
Recommend balanced approaches that enable innovation while protecting enterprise information assets
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
5+ years of experience in IT strategy, digital transformation, enterprise technology, solution engineering, program management, or related fields
Experience working across both business and technical organizations
Demonstrated interest, experience, or involvement in AI, automation, or emerging digital technologies
Strong understanding of enterprise IT systems, SaaS platforms, and technology adoption practices
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze business challenges and translate them into practical technology solutions
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
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in consulting, technology strategy, digital transformation, enterprise architecture, or technology program management
Experience evaluating, implementing, or driving adoption of AI, intelligent automation, or related technologies
Familiarity with enterprise AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, Google Vertex AI, or similar platforms
Experience collaborating with global teams and multinational organizations
Exposure to cybersecurity, governance, compliance, or risk management concepts
Experience within automotive, engineering, R&D, or manufacturing environments
WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU
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
OTHER DETAILS
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.VEVRAAFederal contractor.
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.
