Engineering Manager - Electric Vehicle Drivetrain Design

Our Team

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI), is the design, technology and engineering arm for all North American models of the Korea-based Hyundai Motor Group. The electrified propulsion engineering and design (ePED) team is one of the groups in the electrified propulsion development division of HATCI responsible for providing quality, testing, validation, technical support, and component design for all types of vehicle propulsion systems.

The Position

We are looking for a talented, passionate and motivated Engineering Manager responsible for leading the Electric Vehicle Drivetrain Design team in our Superior Township, MI facility. This new group will provide Hyundai, Genesis and Kia vehicles with design, simulation, quality enhancement and North American plant support through technical expertise in electric vehicle motors and related drive systems. This position reports to the senior manager of ePED.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead local market engineering efforts for EV propulsion system design and development.
• Lead quality issue tracking, root cause investigation and resolution for propulsion system components in electric vehicles, both before and after start-of-production
• Identify cost reduction opportunities for electric vehicles.
• Benchmark competitor EV powertrains for cost, performance, efficiency and quality.
• Provide propulsion system engineering technical support for North American assembly plants.
• Lead local electric motor and EV propulsion subsystem design efforts.
• Engage with suppliers to review system and component functional requirements to design and produce EV motors and related systems for North American Hyundai, Genesis and Kia products.
• Lead EV propulsion system research projects with universities and national labs to discover improved motor designs with lower cost.
• Manage team resources and develop/improve its engineering capability.
• Set team goals and objectives, aligned with department's strategic direction.
• Manage direct reports, including task assignment, employee development and evaluation.
• Regular reporting of project status and milestones to management in US and abroad
• Create and deliver executive-level presentations on key project milestones, quality issues and team achievements.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 15%)

What We Offer:

• 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

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering field from an accredited university
• 8+ years of automotive engineering experience
• 2+ years of project leadership/management experience
• 2+ years of electric vehicle propulsion system experience, including motor design or testing.
• Demonstrated foundational knowledge of EV propulsion system principles and operation, especially electric motors, reduction gears, and directly related subsystems.
• A proven track record of delivering engineering projects related to EV propulsion design, testing, calibration, validation, or certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly explain deeply technical topics to both technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with international technical experts in research and development headquarters.
• Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
• Vehicle propulsion system architecture simulation experience using software such as AVL cruise, GT Suite, or similar.
• Working knowledge of EV propulsion system power electronics, batteries, power conversion systems, charging electronics and control systems
• Working knowledge of vehicle communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.)
• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering field
• 2+ years of direct engineering team leadership experience
• Experience in vehicle propulsion system related CAE simulations in the thermal, electrical, magnetic, or mechanical domains.
• Familiarity with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition, including calibration tools such as ETAS INCA