Drivability Engineer

Drivability Engineer

As a powertrain drivability engineer you will be part of a team that is responsible for calibrating vehicle parameters that have a direct impact on the acceleration characteristics, shift performance, fuel economy and powertrain behavior of Hyundai/Kia/Genesis vehicles for the North American market. In this position, you will utilize in-vehicle testing, customer research, and subjective performance evaluation in defining and achieving targets. Subject propulsion systems include internal combustion and hybrid-electric, in a variety of vehicle segments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop drivability and performance calibration for HEV, PHEV and ICE powertrain applications for North America.
• Define drivability character and performance targets for HMG brand and individual powertrain segment.
• Lead proving ground and on-road vehicle test and calibration activities, including extreme weather, off-road, and towing validation.
• Support benchmarking investigations and monitor technology trends for North American light-duty HEV, PHEV and ICE powertrain applications.
• Develop vehicle performance modeling/simulation tools and automated test data analysis tools.
• Support creation and maintenance of test procedures, calibration guides, and development guides.
• Collaborate with vehicle test teams and controls teams to enhance vehicle integration and controls software development.
• Support quality initiatives, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and recurrence prevention of drivability issues for HMG brand vehicles.
• Calibration release document (DCM, CSV) to calibration manager before calibration fix milestones.
• Logic review and improvement in collaboration with controls development team.
• Competitor vehicle benchmark and controls analysis.
• Lead validation of vehicle performance on-road in extreme cold, extreme hold and towing conditions.
• Formulate countermeasure strategies and proposals to enhance vehicle drivability characteristics
• Manage vehicle test events, including proving ground tests, cross-functional seasonal tests (hot/cold), chamber/dyno tests, and towing tests.
• Ensure that all drivability performance development activities adhere to internal quality standards.
• Support NA headquarters with all-electric vehicle drivability-related inquiries and issues.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• Educational Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study
• Related Industry Experience Requirements:
  • 4-8 years’ experience in automotive testing, calibration or controls development.
• Required Skills and Knowledge:
  • Experience in powertrain controls calibration / logic development
  • Expertise in powertrain systems and knowledge of performance testing and validation processes required
  • Strong understanding of ICE and HEV powertrain systems and vehicle dynamics
  • Background in prototype vehicle on-road testing and performance measurement
  • Excellent computer skills and experience in measurement and calibration with ETAS/Vector tools - INCA/MDA/Canoe
  • Working knowledge of vehicle communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.)
  • Proficiency with simulation and controls development tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink
  • Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities
  • Proficiency in planning, executing, and closing projects
  • Flexibility in handling multiple projects concurrently

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
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
• Salary Range: $75,000 ~ $155,000

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. VEVRAA Federal contractor.