Hybrid Vehicle Energy Efficiency Engineer

Hybrid Vehicle Energy Efficiency Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an Engineer for the Vehicle Energy Efficiency (VEE) Team. This position will support HATCI’s vehicle energy efficiency development efforts. VEE Engineers are responsible for vehicle on-road and on-dyno testing, simulation, calibration, data analysis, benchmarking, identifying industry trends, and developing strategies for improving vehicle energy efficiency.

Core Responsibilities:

• Test and validate the development of vehicle fuel economy according to EPA test procedures for internal combustion engines and hybrid vehicles
• Establish and support targets for vehicle energy efficiency (i.e., MPG, MPGe, and all-electric range) through testing and analysis of current and future vehicles
• Benchmark key competitive vehicles and related propulsion system technologies
• Analyze competitive data sets and assess future trends in passenger vehicle fuel economy and energy efficiency-related technologies
• Develop and maintain efficiency test procedures for ICE and HEVs
• Simulate vehicle energy flows, losses, and road loads
• Collaborate with and support the global R&D headquarters team in South Korea
• Travel up to 10% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Core Capabilities:

• Familiarity with EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards for passenger cars and light trucks, including corporate average fuel economy and GHG credits
• Experience and detailed understanding of vehicle propulsion systems, including internal combustion engine, hybrid, and PHEV configurations
• Proven understanding of conventional, hybrid, and electric vehicle energy flows, such as drive energy, energy losses (i.e., friction, aerodynamics, etc.), thermal loads, and energy conversion efficiency
• Working-level knowledge of vehicle testing tools, such as ETAS INCA (or equivalent), and CAN bus monitoring applications, such as Vector CANalyzer (or equivalent)
• Working-level knowledge of MATLAB for data analysis and graphing

What You Will Bring to the Role:

• Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field from an accredited university
  • 5+ years of experience with these responsibilities and capabilities
  • Experience in completing these responsibilities and capabilities
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers, management, and executive staff
  • Valid Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record
  • Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment
  • Able to work in harsh climate conditions (i.e., winter: -40F, summer: +120F, and altitude up to 14,000 feet)

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, or a related engineering field from an accredited university
  • 7+ years of experience with these responsibilities and capabilities

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
• 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.