Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer

Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer for the Safety Certification & Regulation Team at our Superior Township, MI facility just east of Ann Arbor.

HATCI’s Regulation & Certification Department helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles to meet changing safety, environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels. Regulatory professionals research & analyze future regulatory trends to recommend internal action; guide the direction of company research; help to develop policy for public positions; and communicate with agencies such as National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Obtain information on Federal, State, and Canadian motor vehicle safety regulations under consideration
• Analyze proposed and finalized safety regulations for impact on Hyundai and Kia vehicles
• Prepare summaries of regulatory actions related to motor vehicle safety
• Prepare company policy positions on safety regulatory areas by coordinating between R&D and affiliated companies
• Prepare written comments and/or verbal testimony in response to government safety regulatory actions or inquiries
• Provide recommendations to engineering staff for action in response to upcoming safety requirements
• Track government, industry, and academic research related to motor vehicle safety
• Make recommendations for internal research to support government efforts
• Provide updates, summaries, and/or presentations related to motor vehicle safety trends, technologies, and upcoming requirements or regulations to internal stakeholders through meetings, presentations, and other media on a regular basis
• Participate in industry technical work groups and committees
• Coordinate with Canadian, or other market, counterparts as necessary
• Support preparation of weekly, monthly, and yearly reports describing recent regulatory efforts and political activities
• Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, travel requests, etc
• Perform additional functions related to motor vehicle safety regulations and technologies as assigned
• Other activities as required

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT

• Experience with regulations and regulatory processes pertaining to motor vehicle safety at an automotive OEM, supplier, or government agency such as NHTSA is an asset but not necessary
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Strong analytical skills
• Eagerness and capacity to learn
• Professional networking
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity, and ethical behavior
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Proficiency in MS Office

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Engineering or other analytical/technical fields
  • Pre-law, law, or public policy
• Up to 30% travel (domestic and international)
• 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.

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

STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY?