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Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) · 6 days ago

Systems Engineering Test Planner

Superior, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Systems Engineering Test Planner to join their Electrified Propulsion Development organization. This role involves planning, coordinating, and tracking validation testing activities for electrified propulsion systems, ensuring efficient execution of validation plans through collaboration with various engineering and program management teams.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the Electrified Propulsion Validation Plan, integrating requirements across subsystems (ICE, battery, e-motor, inverter, charging, thermal management, controls)

Ensure validation scope balances performance, cost, timing, and technical targets

Plan validation activities across virtual simulation environments and physical test phases, ensuring consistency and traceability

Define and coordinate virtual simulation and physical testing activities at each build phase

Align simulation results with physical test requirements to optimize resource usage and reduce rework

Ensure early-phase validation through simulation to reduce risk in later physical builds

Integrate simulation outcomes into the overall validation plan and communicate findings to engineering teams

Work closely with vehicle program managers to align test timing with overall program schedules

Track progress against program deliverables and escalate risks to leadership when necessary

Ensure validation activities support system-level development milestones

Define, optimize and manage the build of test vehicles

Utilize planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project) to manage resource loading and optimize test engineer assignments

Balance competing demands across multiple programs, test facilities, and simulation environments

Identify and resolve technical and logistical roadblocks to ensure testing completion

Partner with engineers and program managers to assess risks, propose mitigation strategies, and adjust schedules as needed

Lead collection and synthesis of validation progress data across propulsion subsystems

Provide regular status updates to Sr. Leadership on a weekly basis

Prepare clear, concise reports on test progress, resource utilization, and risk assessments

Qualification

Electrified propulsion systemsProject planning toolsAutomotive testing experienceVirtual simulation coordinationProgram management expertiseStakeholder managementRisk assessmentCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering field from an accredited university

Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive testing, validation, or program planning

Familiarity with propulsion systems (ICE, hybrid, EV) and vehicle development processes

Proficiency in project planning tools (Microsoft Project, or equivalent)

Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Background in electrified propulsion system development and testing (ICE, battery, e-motor, inverter, charging systems, thermal management, controls)

Experience coordinating virtual simulation and physical test activities across multiple facilities (dyno labs, vehicle test tracks, simulation environments)

Knowledge of automotive product development cycles and validation requirements

Demonstrated ability to anticipate risks and proactively develop mitigation plans

Strong interpersonal skills to work across engineering, program management, and executive leadership

Program/Project management expertise