Chassis Frame Engineer

Chassis Frame Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for a design and release engineer to join the Structures Engineering Design Team and support current and future body-on-frame design and development efforts. Additionally, the Chassis Frame Engineer could support with Body/BIW (body-in-white) structure development efforts concerning current and future product development.

What You Will Do:

Design and develop frame structure(s), components, and systems for new vehicles, including Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles, with a focus on lightweight, high-strength steel and aluminum materials.

Conduct research and analysis to identify key design requirements and develop innovative solutions for electric vehicle platforms.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of body-on-frame structure systems with other vehicle subsystems, including battery systems and electric powertrains.

Support and interface with manufacturing teams and design studios on vehicle development efforts.

Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.

Study and interpret vehicle performance and test results (e.g., FMVSS, IIHS, NVH, R&H, Body Torsional Stiffness, etc.).

Create and manage a bill of materials, with updated weights at each stage of the vehicle development process.

Provide technical guidance and support to other engineers and team members.

Participate in benchmarking activities to study competitive OEMs structural strategies.

Create and modify 3D data and 2D drawings via CATIA V5 and other engineering tools.

Liaise between North American affiliates and Korean headquarters.

Update Management throughout the product lifecycle.

Travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

What You Will Bring to the Role:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Minimum 3 years of experience in body-on-frame design and development

Experience in meeting structural requirements concerning impact, NVH, and durability focuses

Good working knowledge of vehicle structure design, material properties, and assembly processes

Knowledge of mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering design and processes

Knowledge of tooling design variables and processes, along with related materials

Innovative thinking and proactive approaches to the technical direction of structural components

Familiarity with CAD and 3D design tools

CATIA V5 experience highly preferred, but not required

Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Adept in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word

Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills

What Hyundai Can Offer You:

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

Competitive Salaries

A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity

Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits

Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible Work Hours

Other Details:

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.

HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran.

VEVRAA Federal contractor.