Senior Manager, Forensic Investigations

WORK MODEL

Normal office duties.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead and mentor a team of forensic investigators to identify and resolve vehicle safety concerns and defects
• Conduct root cause analysis using:
• Vehicle diagnostics (DTCs, ECU/ECM data, scan tools)
• Field inspections and teardown analysis
• Lab testing (CT scans, SEM, material analysis, etc.)
• Investigate issues related to:
• EV systems (high-voltage batteries, inverters, power conversion systems)
• Battery controls, charging systems, and thermal management
• Electronic components (reverse cameras, ADAS systems, control units)
• Perform FMEA (Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) and validation testing to understand failure mechanisms.
• Analyze field data and trends to identify potential safety risks and improvement opportunities.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, quality, legal, and suppliers to drive resolution.
• Evaluate and validate fixes tied to recalls and service campaigns.
• Support regulatory compliance (FMVSS, NHTSA) and provide technical expertise in investigations.
• Prepare clear, data-driven reports and present findings to leadership.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Eight or more years of experience in the automotive business, in areas such as vehicle safety, design, testing, field reliability evaluation, materials engineering, diagnostic laboratory, or service
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent technical background
• Master's degree a plus
• Three or more years of experience in a first line people manager role
• Strong background in automotive electrical systems, diagnostics, and root cause analysis
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics (DTCs, ECU/ECM communication, scan tools)
• Understanding of EV / hybrid systems, including batteries, controls, and high-voltage components
• Familiarity with failure analysis techniques (e.g., CT scan, SEM, materials analysis)
• Ability to analyze data and trends to drive insights and solutions
• Knowledge of automotive safety regulations (FMVSS/NHTSA)
• Strong cross-functional communication skills across engineering, quality, legal, and suppliers

WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU

• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with Employer Match
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
• Vacation and sick time off
• Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage, including Paid-Family Leave.
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
• Health advocate (support)
• Education Reimbursement program: Up to $5,250 per year for employees seeking higher education degrees.
• External Training and Development Programs
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within the organization
• Competitive Compensation Range: $114,800.00 - $164,000.00 annual base salary

OTHER DETAILS

Must be able to travel to support industry action meetings and ongoing field investigations related to safety-defect data analysis and defect assessment activities.