Sr. PT/EV Manager (North America Quality Center - NAQC)
Date: Aug 6, 2025
Location: Irvine, CA, US, 92618
Company: Hyundai Motor Company
Sr. PT/EV Manager
Hyundai's North America Quality Center (NAQC) is looking for a Senior Manager for the PT (Powertrain) and EV (Electric Vehicle) Department of the Investigation Team I Group
The Team:
NAQC is the quality arm for Hyundai Motor Group (HMG)'s North American vehicle models. NAQC seeks to further Hyundai's goal of becoming the leading automotive manufacturer in North America by delivering uncompromising quality and exceeding consumer expectations.
The Position:
The Sr. PT/EV Manager would oversee the development and enhancement of powertrain and EV systems for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicles by supporting the Powertrain Systems and Electric Vehicle Teams with resolving powertrain and EV-related issues
What You Will Do:
- Understand, follow, and continually communicate with one's direct reports the department’s business model, strategic direction, purpose, and mission
- Set department-related goals and objectives that align with NAQC’s direction. Then, drive execution, engagement, and results to accomplish them.
- Manage the department’s plan, strategy, and budget allocation/usage
- Develop the department's resources and capabilities
- Mentor and support direct reports
- Collect, analyze, triage, and prioritize quality initiatives for NAQC and its business partners
- Foster inner-team collaboration and knowledge sharing through transparent communication
- Prepare and present reports of department-related findings/insights for upper management to review
- Establish and adhere to validation test processes & documentation
- Monitor external databases related to safety and product feedback, investigating and reporting when needed
- Provide pre- and post-launch technical support and participate in various product evaluation programs with NA sales affiliates and assembly plants
- Support dealers and vendors with powertrain and EV-related issues
- Oversee supplier audits to ensure NA meets HMG's quality standards
- Remain current with market trends and new technologies
- Coordinate various quality improvement activities to reduce costs and enhance overall HMG brand quality
- Collaborate with the appropriate stakeholders (i.e., HMG R&D, suppliers, other quality departments, etc.) to resolve complex, quality-related issues
- Travel up to 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related discipline
- 15+ years of experience working with powertrain and EV systems
- 5+ years of experience managing engineers
- QA/QC/QI experience
- Working knowledge of vehicle communication networks and DAQ tools (e.g., ETAS INCA, Intrepid VehicleSpy, Vector CAN, and Ethernet Suites)
- Root cause analysis skills
- Experience conducting field and on-site investigations
- Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning powertrain and EV systems
- Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
- 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
- Range of Position: $171,000 ~ $200,000/Year
- 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