Powernet Systems Engineer - Body Electronics Design Team

Core Responsibilities

• Responsible for the advanced research of current practices & future trends related to E/E Architecture & Power Distribution Systems
• Support & lead local testing related to North American regional environmental testing of low voltage battery performance
• Design & development of an Auxiliary Power Distribution Controller (PDC) for NA. programs, with a potential for expanding to the main Power Distribution Controller.
• Learn (via training) the HMC program deliverables & milestones for respective vehicle programs ; align ECU design timing to the overall vehicle program timing
• Establish DV/PV test plan for design components
• Support supplier selection process & component specification requirements development
• Establish component design & development timing plan
• Ensure timely meeting of design milestones & deliverables
• Track all issues related to the design/development of the component - ensure resolution (with root cause & corrective action) & document lessons learned
• Lead/Support meetings with R&D colleagues, component suppliers, and/or cross-functional teams
• Support on-site production activities in NA. manufacturing facilities when applicable
• Create and present reports for management review. Report content will vary depending upon the scope of work, but regular reports will include project status for successful delivery.
• Remain current with new technology and competitive products as means to drive innovation.
• Provide technical support for body electronics related concerns for both pre-production and post-production issues.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 15%)

Core Capabilities

• Experience and understanding of ECU HW/SW design, vehicle electronic architectures & systems, network bus communication, wiring/connectors, DV/PV testing, supplier management (Electric Vehicle related experience a plus)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to develop/keep good relationship with tech experts from R&D Center and counterpart teams.
• Flexible in program and process changes. Hyundai/Kia/Genesis is willing to make late changes to satisfy customer needs.
• Electrical Hardware Packaging (experience in CATIA or similar CAD systems)
• Electrical circuit knowledge or design experience
• Experience & knowledge of electrical component specification development
• Experience in understanding and creating electrical component timing & test plans
• Knowledge of EV Charging components, functionality & procedures a plus

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or other related fields (MSEE or MBA preferred)
• 3+ years of automotive engineering experience
• Experience with engineering projects related to design and development of vehicle electronics components.
• Knowledge in vehicle electrical architectures & systems design
• Working knowledge of CAN communication protocol
• Experience in root cause analysis & corrective action plans of electrical systems & components
• Good written, oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Proficient time management and organization skills
• Proficient self-management skills
• 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