Structure/Closures Mechanical Design Engineer I

About the role

The Design Engineer for the Production Vehicle Optimization (PVO) Team at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is responsible for developing and implementing design improvements for Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia vehicles. This position involves collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure designs are manufacturable, warranty claim preventive, and cost-efficient.

Responsibilities

• Apply Functional Area expertise to continuously develop improvement concepts for Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia vehicles.
• Collaborate with HMMA, KaGA, HMGMA, KMX, Suppliers, HMG R&D, and other HATCI teams by serving as an onsite technical design liaison for North American production vehicles.
• Confirm design for manufacturability, focusing on warranty claim prevention and overall design for quality customer products.
• Oversee component testing on design concepts to assess their feasibility and manufacturability for production implementation.
• Summarize investigation results and apply to current products where applicable to improve quality, reduce warranty claims, and improve vehicle J.D. Power IQS results.
• Provide technical design support for current production and new vehicle launch builds as assigned.
• Generate issue lists, propose countermeasures, validate improvement recommendations, and issue engineering changes as required.
• Modify and/or create assembly structure utilizing the Bill of Material (BOM) system.
• Modify/Create 2D engineering drawings and associated 3D geometry (surface/solid) based on design change (as applicable) for non-supplier sourced systems.
• Review 2D drawings and 3D data from suppliers to ensure that components meet design specifications, make recommendations for changes, and obtain appropriate management approvals.
• Utilize CAE as required.
• Benchmark competitor best in class vehicles to better understand design methodologies and customer preferences.
• Develop strong supplier contact base within commodity area of responsibility.
• Understand component manufacturing processes and capabilities that influence design improvement direction.
• Manage suppliers as part of design improvement process by leading cross-functionally: Share design information, lead testing, review output, and enforce timelines.
• Respond to special requests from HMG R&D: Investigations, reports on plant or supplier quality trends, Task Force Team participation, new concept evaluation, part testing, and other topics as requested.
• Develop and present technical reports as assigned.
• Prepare detailed project plans, develop supporting budget, and prepare reports for management as required.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field of study
• Related Industry Experience Requirements: 0-5 years of experience in Engineering Design for responsible functional area
• Required Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of automotive industry engineering design and related manufacturing methods, knowledge of functional area components and related parts, knowledge of vehicle safety standards and testing methods/requirements, CATIA V5 or similar experience, proficient Project Management skills, proficient Data Analysis skills, proficient skills in MS Office – Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, proficient time management and organization skills, proficient oral and written communication skills
• Additional Requirements: Experience working in culturally diverse team environment, demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior

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
• A global environment that fosters diversity
• Competitive salaries
• Retail savings and planning benefits
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts