Emissions/OBD Compliance Engineer II
Date: Jul 24, 2026
Location: Chino, CA, US, 91710
Company: Hyundai Motor Company
JOB TITLE
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Compliance Engineer for our team at the Chino facility in California. HATCI’s Emissions and OBD Compliance Team helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles meeting the challenging environmental and emissions standards at the federal and state levels, through certification and in-use testing. Compliance Engineers are responsible for analyzing emissions and fuel economy results, reviewing OBD data, and other field-related items. Engineers may conduct vehicle emissions or OBD testing as needed.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Comprehensively review in-use compliance emissions test results for failures and/or trends and flag concerns for additional investigation
- Manage and/or conduct mandatory OBD PVE and ZEV PVV compliance testing, including test plan development, report generation and submission
- Analyze emissions-related component warranty claim data to identify compliance risks and/or meet mandatory reporting requirements
- Compile, review, and submit quarterly CALID/CVN information for OBD DEC-ECUs
- Lead/support emissions and OBD compliance investigations
- Support test budgets and evaluation vehicle administration
- Draft and/or review remedial action documents to address in-use compliance issues and correspond with regulatory authorities in support of approval
- Communicate with product development to drive investigation and resolution for any issues identified in compliance testing
- Conduct regular alignment meetings with all stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure compliance issues are addressed in a timely manner
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
- Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study
- Related Industry Experience Requirements:
- 5+ years of engineering experience
- 2+ years of emissions and/or OBD development or compliance experience
- Required Skills and Knowledge:
- Experience with vehicle emission testing (40 CFR §1066)
- Basic understanding of vehicle OBD system and regulations (13 CCR §1968.2 and/or §1971.1)
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in planning, executing, and closing projects
- Flexibility in handling multiple projects concurrently
- Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of emissions certification and/or compliance processes
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
- California Salary Range: ($75,000-$110,000)
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.

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