R&D Planning Analyst

R&D Planning Analyst

Hyundai America Technical Center Inc. (HATCI) is looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual that will help us continue to develop our R&D role in North and Central America regions.

Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has emerged as a leader in the global auto industry with Top 3 worldwide and Top 4 U.S. OEM positions.  HATCI is the primary North and Central America R&D division within HMG and is expanding capability to support this leadership position.  The recently formed HATCI R&D Strategy Team is at the center of this expansion, targeting best-in-industry engineering, research and testing roles.

The newly created R&D Planning Analyst position has a significant role in supporting the President of HATCI R&D in enhancing the operational efficiency of the company.  As HATCI grows in personnel and responsibilities, greater emphasis on standard processes, collaboration/communication and efficiency is critical.

This role will work closely with the R&D Strategy Team, Product Strategy Team and Project Management Team to develop and implement overall strategic initiatives for R&D and the various vehicles that HMG sells across Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands.

As this is a new role, candidate may encounter new and potentially ambiguous challenges consistent with a new role and in fully defining this new position.

Note:  HATCI is looking for multiple qualified candidates of varying Industry (or similar) experience (1-10 years)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Monitoring the day-to-day activities of the engineering department, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient resource utilization.
• Identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Support process to manage resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Implementing and maintaining quality control measures to ensure that products and services meet the required standards.
• Contributing to the development of operational strategies that align with the company's overall goals.
• Collaborating with other departments, such as engineering, production, procurement, and facilities, to ensure seamless operations.
• Identifying and resolving operational open issues promptly and effectively.
• HATCI Standard Processes creation, implementation and maintenance
• Annual Budget strategy and planning
• Governance meeting structure
• Optimized collaboration and communication with internal teams and external corporate partners
• Open issue management
• Travel up to 20% of time maximum possible, including international

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Minimum moderate level of capability in MS Office
• Motivational speaker with ability to lead teams not under direct control
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing business requirements
• Flexible, organized and able to work effectively with all levels of employees
• Fluency with English language, bilingual Korean language skill ideal

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s Degree required with preference in STEM disciplines
• Master’s Degree preferred in STEM or Business
• ~1-10 years’ experience in auto or other industry in Strategy, Project Management or Technical Administration roles
• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai and 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

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
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

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