Battery Performance Engineer

About the role

We are an engineering group at HATCI that focuses on battery research and development for vehicle production and future mobility. As an overseas research arm of a Korean company, we specialize in North American development opportunities and support local manufacturing and development for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis electrified vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Designing and executing battery performance tests on vehicles, battery systems, and cells
• Comparing product features against competitor products and industry standards
• Communicating directions and needs, including ownership of presentations, reports, and meetings
• Collaborating with many groups – local manufacturing sites, technology and material vendors, Korean counterparts, internal business and engineering teams

Requirements

Basic:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrochemical Engineering or related field
• Vehicle electrification technology and high voltage battery systems knowledge
• Numerical analysis and data-driven decision-making skills
• Clear and organized communication skills

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Master of Science degree in related field
• Electrified vehicle experience, including some of the following: battery testing, failure analysis, quality issue analysis and management processes
• Collaborating with major automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
• Managing vendor relationships and long-term test plans
• Battery reliability/safety test and system improvement activities
• Industry standards of battery performance tests and failure analysis knowledge
• Familiarity with vehicle diagnostics and vehicle communication protocols
• Experience with INCA software from ETAS

Benefits

• 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

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.