Engineering Manager Electric Vehicle Power Conver

Hyundai America Technical Center - Superior Charter Township, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Superior Charter Township, MI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Engineering Manager for Electric Vehicle Power Conversion at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is responsible for leading a new team focused on the design, simulation, and quality enhancement of electric vehicle power systems. This role involves overseeing engineering efforts for power conversion systems, managing quality issues, and collaborating with suppliers and research institutions to innovate and improve designs. The position requires strong leadership skills and technical expertise in electric vehicle propulsion systems, with a focus on delivering high-quality engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead local market engineering efforts for EV power conversion system design and development.
• Lead quality issue tracking, root cause investigation and resolution for power conversion system components, both before and after start-of-production.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities for electric vehicle power conversion systems.
• Benchmark competitor inverters, DCDC converters, and grid tie interfaces for cost, performance, efficiency and quality.
• Provide EV propulsion system engineering technical support for North American assembly plants.
• Lead local power conversion subsystem design efforts.
• Engage with suppliers to establish system and component functional requirements to design and produce power conversion systems for North American Hyundai, Genesis and Kia products.
• Lead EV propulsion system research projects with universities and national labs to discover improved designs with lower cost.
• Manage team resources and develop/improve its engineering capability.
• Set team goals and objectives, aligned with department's strategic direction.
• Manage direct reports, including task assignment, employee development and evaluation.
• Regular reporting of project status and milestones to management in US and abroad.
• Create and deliver executive-level presentations on key project milestones, quality issues and team achievements.

Requirements

• B.S. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering field from an accredited university.
• 8+ years of automotive engineering experience.
• 2+ years of project leadership/management experience.
• 2+ years of electric vehicle propulsion system experience, including inverter, charger or DCDC converter design or testing.
• Demonstrated foundational knowledge of EV power conversion system principles and operation.
• Experience with high power switching (IGBT and SiC/GaN MOSFET), filtering, EMI, high voltage safety and motor control methods.
• A proven track record of delivering engineering projects related to EV propulsion design, testing, calibration, validation, or certification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to clearly explain deeply technical topics to both technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with international technical experts in research and development headquarters.
• Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Power electronics simulation experience using software such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSPICE, LTSpice, etc.
• Working knowledge of related EV propulsion systems including batteries, electric motors, embedded controls power conversion systems, charging electronics and control systems.
• Working knowledge of vehicle communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.).
• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering field.
• 2+ years of direct EV engineering team leadership experience.
• Experience in vehicle propulsion system related CAE simulations in the thermal, electrical, magnetic, or mechanical domains.
• Familiarity with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition, including calibration tools such as ETAS INCA.

Benefits

• 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.
• A Global Environment that fosters diversity.
• Competitive Salaries.
• Retirement savings and planning benefits.
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options.
• Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts.