Senior Engineer - EV Battery System Design

Educational Requirements

• Basic: B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or other related fields
• Preferred: M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or other related fields

Related Experience Requirements

• Basic: 2-5 years experience in xEV high voltage batteries, 5+ years in automotive

• Preferred: 5-10 years of experience in xEV high voltage battery or system development in a production-intent environment, ideal experience could include any of the following:

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Basic: Experience in xEV battery systems or component development in a production-intent role
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional design reviews with internal HATCI teams, Hyundai Korea R&D Center engineering groups, and external suppliers to drive timely technical decisions and issue resolution
• Proven experience conducting and producing Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) documentation for xEV battery systems.
• Experience managing Engineering Change Request (ECR) and implementing design revisions through product design development milestones. 
• Strong knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and supplier quality validation process.
• Experience developing and executing Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) activities for xEV battery system performance.
• Prior experience with production / stage-gate / or Technology Readiness Levels 5 through 9 equivalent processes
• Experience with modern professional-level computer-aided design (CAD) systems such as Catia, NX, or Creo and a willingness to learn HATCI CAD processes
• Ability to read drawings, engineering and material specifications and understand implications of materials, processes, and construction techniques selected
• Foundational working knowledge and experience in xEV components, high voltage battery systems, and vehicle electrification technology
• Must be able to work with many different departments within HATCI and with its affiliates (e.g., Hyundai Korea R&D Center, Hyundai Motor North America, Kia US, other overseas Hyundai R&D centers, etc.) with a demonstrated ability to create relationships and facilitate work across company functions
• Good written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally

Preferred:

• Prior experience with Catia V5 in modeling, surfacing, and detailing, adhering to standard ANSI Y14.5 GD&T minimums
• Prior experience with design / release experience in a xEV battery systems role, as primary or secondary responsibility for component or system level
• 5-10 years of experience in xEV high voltage battery or system development in a production-intent environment, ideal experience could include any of the following:
• Experience in designing and improving optimal battery cooling systems/structures.
• Highly skilled in cross-functional vehicle packaging reviews, including manufacturability and serviceability, with strong negotiation skills.
• Experience in enhancing performance and safety through advanced cell pressure mapping of xEV battery systems
• Understanding of strategies to ensure battery safety across various xEV crash modes, with proven experience in implementing design improvements.
• Strong insights into battery design trends and emerging future technologies.
• High voltage certification or previous experience with hands-on activity with high voltage battery packs with a good understanding of safety procedures required