Ride and Handling Engineer I
Date: Mar 26, 2025
Location: Irvine, CA, US, 92618
Company: Hyundai Motor Company
Ride and Handling Engineer I
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Engineer I for the Ride and Handling (R&H) Team.
What You Will Do:
- Evaluate the performance of Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis prototype and production vehicles for Ride & Handling and other customer-related attributes
- Experience preferred, but interest in damper, electric power steering, spring/bar tuning, and tire development is necessary
- Perform subjective and objective vehicle evaluations, identify potential customer complaint issues, investigate problem root causes, and propose countermeasures
- Develop and execute test plans, coordinate test vehicles, and manage supplier activities
- Ensure that all projects are completed efficiently and on schedule through effective project management and reporting
- Benchmark competitive vehicles for trends and technology
- Interface regularly with counterparts in Korea
- Organize resources in support of engineers from our global offices in their suspension development
- Keep inventory of tires between our Irvine and California City locations
- Plan tire testing throughout the development of each vehicle
- Analyze customer feedback survey results (i.e., IQS, Consumer Reports, and internal clinics)
- Interface regularly with Hyundai and Kia affiliates in North America
- Provide technical support to Hyundai and Kia North American manufacturing plants
- Support development activities at our Proving Ground in California City, CA
- Create and present technical reports that are clear and concise
- Work in a team environment, as well as independently
- Travel up to 30%, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role:
- Basic Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field of study
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant automotive industry experience
- Formula SAE/Mini Baja experience
- Familiar with the fundamentals of vehicle dynamics
- Some experience with data acquisition and analysis software, including MATLAB
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel & PowerPoint)
- Good project management and technical writing skills
- Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities
- Ability to work in a culturally diverse team environment
- Valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record
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
- Competitive Salaries
- $66,000~$89,000 (Annually)
- A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
- Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
- Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Flexible Work Hours
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. VEVRM Federal contractor.
Nearest Major Market: Irvine California
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles