Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Analyst

Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Analyst

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for a Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Analyst at our Irvine, California facility.

• The Total Vehicle Evaluation Test Planning Analyst role will manage the vehicle testing fleet and department budgets, as well as the coordination of vehicle testing among the various development teams.
• The Total Vehicle Evaluation (TVE) Team is involved throughout the vehicle development process to ensure the competitiveness of Hyundai Motor Group products in North America.
• TVE works closely with all other development teams in order to manage and facilitate testing that needs to occur at various stages of vehicle development.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Support vehicle testing and vehicle management activities within Vehicle Test Development Division and at the Hyundai California Proving Ground.
• Manage the test vehicle fleet throughout the vehicle lifecycle, consisting primarily of vehicle check-in/purchase, inventory checks, M-plate management, DMV registration/renewal, key management, vehicle tracking, and disposal.
• Coordinate test vehicle access requests from HATCI Teams, vehicle shipping between locations, and vehicle loan requests from affiliates.
• Manage testing priorities with various teams and coordinate vehicle test usage between teams.
• Organize benchmarking activities on competitive vehicles.
• Department budget tracking, as well as Fixed asset tracking, transfer, and disposal.
• Input and track project-related Purchase Requests, Purchase Orders, and Invoices.
• Summarize Consumer Reports vehicle evaluations upon their release, and IQS/APEAL information for Engineers/management.
• Track the development status of Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicle projects.
• Support special projects from Managers, Coordinators, and Engineers.
• Interface with Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis affiliates in North America.
• Support other technical groups as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Accounting, or a related field
• 3 ~ 7+ years of relevant experience 
• Proficiency in planning and monitoring projects
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong analytical skills, data-driven decision-making abilities
• Proficient in SAP or other similar budget software
• Excellent written, communication and presentation skills
• Experience in the automotive industry a plus
• Work in a team environment as well as independently
• Korean language skills a plus
• Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities
• Valid Driver's License and 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
  • $53,000 ~ $72,000/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

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations:

• Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment and in harsh climate conditions (Winter -40F, Summer +120F, altitude up to 14,000 ft)
• Travel up to 10%, domestically and internationally to support product development and testing

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.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.