Automotive Prototype Test Technician

Automotive Prototype Development Technician

• Repair/update/troubleshoot Prototype Test vehicles for Ride & Handling, NVH, and Total Vehicle Evaluation Teams
• Mainly responsible for supporting Chassis tuning activities
• Support Snow and Wet Tire Test trips

Support CPG test trips (Towing/Tire Test & Evaluation/General chassis tuning)

• Install, configure and operate test equipment and instrumentation used in automotive testing:
  
  
  
  • Transducer installation and calibration
  • Data collection and validation of data integrity
  
  
  
  
• Provide general automotive technician support:
  
  
  
  • Remove and replace vehicle components, including prototype components
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose complex vehicle issues across all vehicle systems
  • Component modification and fabrication
  
  
  
  
• Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers
• Other Responsibilities:




• Fully document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database environment
• Parts and equipment ordering
• Maintain shop equipment and tools
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment
• Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally

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.

Educational Requirements:

• Associates Degree, Automotive or Industrial Technology preferred
• ASE Master Certification desired
• Experience working in culturally diverse team environment

Related Experience Requirements (# of years, industry, etc.):

• Experience working in automotive development or testing
• Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems and transducers, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, load cells, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Experience with all vehicle systems (engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical & body)
• PC skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints
• Excellent vehicle diagnostic skills
• Automotive technology certification, degree or equivalent
• Excellent Communication and writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills working in a culturally diverse environment

Any Additional Certifications Required:

• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations:

• Shop Environment - exposure to fuel, compressed air/gas, emissions and exhaust fumes; pinching, tripping, electrical, and chemical hazards; bending and stooping required; must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and work safely with hand power tools. May work in outdoors or indoors in extremes of weather and temperature. Safety glasses required.
• Field Environment - Field temperature ranges from -20 F to +160 F; altitude ranges from -300 ft. below sea level to +14,000 ft. above sea level. May require bending and stooping and lifting while removing and attaching 5000 lb. trailers to vehicles, installing instrumentation and repairing vehicle failures. May require operation of vehicles for total of 1000 miles over 2-3 day period. Safety glasses required when working on vehicles.




• Proving Ground Environment - exposure to weather and temperature extremes - 32F to +100F ; high winds; exposure to hazardous fuels and oils; exposure to emissions and noise




• Base Salary : $24 / hr. ~ $26/hr.