Materials Engineer
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an engineer to join the Strategic Materials Team of the Material Development Department to support development efforts concerning new flexible material technologies for North and South American production vehicles through collaborative work withengineering design, design studio, manufacturing, and purchasing teams
What You Will Do:
Validate new soft trim material technologies and production polymeric materials (e.g., leather, flexible PVC/PU/TPU, foam, fabric, fiber composites, etc.) for future vehicle launches
Work scope would include R&D projects, production material quality improvements, patent submissions, and collaboration with internal HMG (Hyundai Motor Group) teams, suppliers,and the Hyundai R&D center in South Korea
Identify new materials technology projects with high potential (focusing on quality improvement, cost reduction, and/or sustainability) and oversee said projects from concept to production
Manage budget allocation and proposal requests, project management of materials testing and development, and transfer(s) to related teams upon successful completion
Perform root cause analysis on field claim quality-related issues, in addition to collaborating with assembly plants, engineering design teams, and suppliers to implement engineering improvements and countermeasures
Conduct periodic audit testing of material performance (in relation to specification requirements) and competitor benchmarking
Direct lab technicians when conducting material testing and evaluating material performance
Following, report findings/results to management for review
Improve the quality of current Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis production parts
Support administrative tasks, such as purchasing requests, vacation requests, travel requests, etc.
Execute additional tasks as assigned
Travel up to 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role:
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science, plastics engineering technology, polymer science/engineering, rubber engineering technology, or a related field
Professional experience inpolymeric materials, with an emphasis on flexible materials
Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record
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
Competitive Salaries
A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Flexible Work Hours
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. VEVRAA Federal 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.
