EV Drivability Development Engineer II

EV Drivability Development Engineer

Core Responsibilities

• Develop drivability and performance calibration for EV, FCEV, and EREV 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 EV, FCEV, and EREV 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.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Experience with JIRA/Confluence.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Basic Qualifications:

• 4-8 years' experience in automotive testing, calibration or controls development.
• Experience with powertrain controller calibration/logic development (2+ years) is a plus.
• BS in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field.
• Strong understanding of EV, FCEV, and EREV Powertrain systems, battery technology, and vehicle dynamics.
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink for data analysis and modeling; working knowledge of Python a plus.
• Team work ethics: Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering field.
• Experience with EV/FCEV/EREV development preferred.
• Experience with powertrain controller calibration/logic development (2+ years) is a plus.
• Experience with data acquisition systems/ instrumenting for measuring vehicle performance; experience with ETAS INCA/MDA, Vector CANalyzer, Vehicle Spy is a plus.
• Understanding of Industry Standards (such as SAE) related to vehicle dynamics and testing.
• Candidates applying for positions with HATCI must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must be willing to travel for up to 25% on trips up to 2 weeks in duration domestically and internationally.
• Able to work in harsh climate conditions (cold temperature -40F, high temperature +120F, high elevation up to 12,000 ft)

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.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.