Hyundai Motor Company

Global automaker producing sedans, SUVs, EVs

Specialist - Welding, New Model Launch Engineer

Manufacturing EngineeringUpdated on Nov 14

Full-timeMontgomery, AL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a design, launch, or sustaining engineer; automotive high-volume experience is preferred.
Proficiency in CAD modeling.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, off shifts, overtime, and on-call duty as needed.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical expert for the assigned area during new vehicle and tooling launches.
Conduct feasibility studies and detailed confirmations of new manufacturing processes.
Coordinate and lead project activities, including design, supplier selection, and implementation phases.
Coordinate launch schedules and report progress and issues to senior management.
Support new-vehicle launches during initial production.
Review technical developments in the area of responsibility and propose new technology projects as appropriate.
Develop and implement failure mode and effects analysis.
Resolve safety, process, and quality issues on new model launches.
Install new tooling for the assigned area and coordinate new model and tooling launches, as well as improvements to current production processes.
Travel domestically or internationally occasionally as required.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in the automotive industry, preferably in high-volume manufacturing.
Experience with manufacturing processes such as metal stamping, welding or brazing, and hemming.
Experience with CATIA V5 or V6; this is a plus but not mandatory.
Tool and die training.

Position Summary:

Technical Specialist for installing new tooling for assigned area in an automotive manufacturing environment. Job requirements include the coordination of new model and tooling launches as well as improvement of current production processes.

Essential Functions:

Serve as technical expert of assigned area during new vehicle and/or tooling launches
Conducting feasibility studies and detailed confirmations of new manufacturing processes
Coordinate and lead project activities, including design, supplier selection, and implementation phases
Coordinate launch schedules and report progress and issues to senior management
Supporting the launch of the new vehicle during initial production stage
Continually review technical developments in area of responsibility and propose new technology projects as appropriate
FMEA development and implementation
Resolve safety, process and quality issues on new model launches
Meet all other requirements as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.

Related Experience:

M inimum 2 years of experience as a design or launch/sustaining engineer, preferably in automotive (high volume).
Preferred experience with various manufacturing processes such as metal stamping, welding/brazing, and hemming.

Skills / Knowledge:

MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint.
Proficiency in CAD modeling. CATIA V5/V6 experience a plus but not mandatory.
GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Training / Certification:

Tool and Die training preferred.

Additional Information: Position may require occasional travel (domestic or foreign). Flexibility in working hours to include weekends, holidays, and off shift. Position may require on-call duty or overtime due to overall responsibility

About the Company

Hyundai Motor Company

Global automaker producing sedans, SUVs, EVs

Hyundai Motor Company is a global car maker that designs, manufactures, and sells a wide range of vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, and a growing number of electric vehicles. Its manufacturing is done in-house across a network of plants around the world, which helps manage production and the supply chain across markets such as North America, India, and Europe. The company plans to expand its EV lineup, aiming to launch 21 new electric models by 2030 to cover affordable to high-performance segments. Hyundai differentiates itself through its integrated global manufacturing approach, control over its supply chain, and a deliberate shift toward electrification under the “Hyundai Way,” backed by a strong U.S. presence since 1986. Its goal is to grow vehicle sales with a balanced mix of traditional and electric vehicles while becoming a leading supplier of EVs across multiple market segments.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Seoul, South Korea
Founded: 1967

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