Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer
As a Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer, you will play a critical role in evaluating and advancing the safety performance of Hyundai, Kia and Genesis vehicles. This position is responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing a wide range of safety and crashworthiness tests, providing the data and insights necessary to support official vehicle certification and ensure exceptional occupant protection.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Support official and development tests
Testing, test data analysis; provide design suggestions for implementation
Multi-protocol knowledge (US and Latin America)
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
Research on future requirements of IIHS, US-NCAP, Latin NCAP etc.
Attend safety related conferences
Technical data review
Test data analysis / database analysis
Collect future req. from agencies and develop roadmap for future vehicle development
Design and lead new technology and future requirement projects
Supported by HATCI or HQ staff
University interface in developing research projects in support of future designs
Work closely with sales teams of Hyundai/Kia and Genesis for future product strategy
Collaborate with related teams to develop designs / design changes to meet Safety and Crashworthiness targets
Create technical reports per HATCI guidelines and present to all collaborating teams as needed
Other activities as required
Travel up to 30% of the time domestically and internationally
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Biomechanical, Biomedical engineering or related engineering field
Related Industry Experience Requirements:
3 years' experience in automotive industry
Required Skills and Knowledge:
Strong knowledge in automotive structure, crashworthiness, and safety
Strong knowledge of IIHS, US-NCAP, Latin NCAP, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)
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
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
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.
