Power Electronics System Development Engineer

Power Electronics System Development Engineer

Join to apply for the Power Electronics System Development Engineer role at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) . HATCI is a highly respected R&D organization creating and applying innovative technology, developing products of the future, and continuously improving quality.

As a company, we are at the cutting edge of technology and recognize the vital importance and impact automobiles have on society. HATCI prides itself in playing a role that extends beyond being a simple vehicle manufacturer to becoming a lifetime partner in automobiles and beyond and participates in working 'together for a better future' as a fundamental of Hyundai Motor Group.

The Electrified Propulsion Development (ePD) division (previously Powertrain) is one of the largest engineering divisions at HATCI, specializing in electrified propulsion components / system level testing and development as well as ICE / (P)HEV / EV vehicle performance development (energy efficiency, range, charging, etc.) for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis products sold in North America.

HATCI is currently seeking a Power Electronics System Development Engineer within our Electrified Propulsion System Development Team (ePSD) at our Superior Township, MI facility (near Ann Arbor). ePSD is an Engineering Department within ePD which was recently established to undertake projects related to electrified propulsion system component test and development. This position reports to the Power Electronics System Development Group Manager within ePSD.

What You Will Do

• Test, evaluation, and development of power electronics system components such as traction motors, inverters, converters, and charge modules.
• Create and maintain power electronics component and system level development and reliability testing standards, procedures, and specifications; ensure proper documentation and communication of test results.
• Develop new electrified propulsion system architecture concepts through simulation, dyno testing, and on-road evaluations.
• Leverage AI / ML techniques to optimize electrified propulsion system architecture, component selection, and calibration.
• Develop or identify new technologies, strategies, and methods for improving the energy efficiency, range, and performance of current and future Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis electrified vehicles.
• Benchmark competitor electrified vehicles for cost, performance, efficiency and quality; use benchmark data to drive internal development direction and performance target setting.
• Lead quality issue tracking, root cause investigation and resolution for power electronics components in electrified vehicles, both before and after start-of-production.
• Provide power electronics engineering technical support for North American assembly plants.
• Lead fundamental research activities with external partners including national labs, universities, and tech suppliers.
• Participate in department's resource planning, goal setting, and technology road map creation.
• Facilitate inter-team collaboration and knowledge sharing through transparent communication.
• Produce and deliver executive level presentations on key project milestones / achievements and provide actionable insights and recommendations for product improvements.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 15%)

What You Will Bring to the Role

What Hyundai Can Offer You

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