Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) · 2 days ago
Senior Transmission Development Engineer
Chino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $125K/yr
8+ years expHyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Senior Transmission Development Engineer to join their team. The role involves calibrating vehicle parameters to enhance acceleration characteristics, shift performance, fuel economy, and powertrain behavior for Hyundai/Kia/Genesis vehicles in the North American market.
Automotive
No H1B
Responsibilities
Define transmission performance character and performance targets for HMG brand and individual powertrain segment
Develop transmission performance calibration for HEV, PHEV and ICE powertrain applications for North America
Lead proving ground and on-road vehicle test and calibration activities, including extreme weather, off-road, and towing validation
Formulate countermeasure strategies and proposals to enhance vehicle drivability characteristics
Support creation and maintenance of test procedures, calibration guides, and development guides
Calibration release document (DCM, CSV) to calibration manager before calibration fix milestones
Lead validation of vehicle performance on-road in extreme cold, extreme hold and towing conditions
Ensure that all drivability performance development activities adhere to internal quality standards
Manage vehicle test events, including proving ground tests, cross-functional seasonal tests (hot/cold), chamber/dyno tests, and towing tests
Support NA headquarters with all-electric vehicle drivability-related inquiries and issues
Support quality initiatives, root cause analysis, issue resolution, and recurrence prevention of drivability issues for HMG brand vehicles
Support benchmarking investigations and monitor technology trends for North American light-duty HEV, PHEV and ICE powertrain applications
Competitor vehicle benchmark and controls analysis
Collaborate with vehicle test teams and controls teams to enhance vehicle integration and controls software development
Logic review and improvement in collaboration with controls development team
Develop vehicle performance modeling/simulation tools and automated test data analysis tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field of study
8+ years of experience in automotive testing, calibration or controls development
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
Benefits
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
Retirement savings and planning benefits
Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts
Company
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-02-26
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2024-12-04
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