Sr. Off-Road Development Engineer

Job description Sr. Off-road Development Engineer

• Off-road focused software value added feature calibration owner
• Organize & own the off-road and traction performance development for North American Market Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles
• Be a major contributor to this multidisciplinary group focusing on longitudinal traction performance development through AWD & PE system calibration and on developing & validating hardware required to achieve the off-road performance target established for each vehicle program in North America.
• The group’s main function of testing, calibrating, and developing the off-road and traction performance of HMG vehicles aligns with our corporate goal of delivering the best vehicles for the North American customer through regional technical leadership and global collaboration.

• Schedule and calibrate for the off-road and traction performance development group involved in the testing, development, and calibration of vehicle integrated off-road and AWD performance in all weather, road, and terrain conditions in North America:
  • Off-Road performance integration and optimization
  • Traction performance related hardware and software performance development
  • AWD and driveline hardware and software performance development
  • BEV multi motor PE traction performance development
  • Off-road related hardware specification development and validation:
    Protection/Safety/Suspension/Tire/Brake/Body & Structure
• Assist with performance targets, and hardware specification requirements.
• Produce excellent software calibration for the development of off-road and traction performance. Including;
  Traction control, AWD, and other value added functions
• Understand the automotive off-road and trail market, through past experience, and staying up to date on customer expectations, do determine areas of improvement.
• Organize and work independently to perform calibrations and meet deadlines while achieving performance targets.
• Plan and manage engineering resources include assets, vehicles, calibration reports, physical and software vehicle updates, and support vehicles.
• Perform vehicle test events including proving ground tests, off-road venue tests, and cross-functional seasonal tests (hot/cold).
• Stay current on competitors’ vehicles and technologies with regards to AWD and slip control strategies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as chassis, powertrain, and software groups to ensure seamless integration of off-road and traction performance features.
• Work with suppliers and partners (external and internal) for hardware and software development alignment.
• Facilitate regular meetings and coordinate in a professional matter with positive attitude.
• Collaboration and share knowledge throughout the division and with counterparts in R&D Headquarters in Korea.
• Manage the creation and presentation of clear & concise project status and technical reports.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in the automotive industry
• 2+ years of demonstrated experience in vehicle dynamics, controls, off-road, and traction performance development
• 3+ years of experience managing calibration and schedules.
• 3+ years of pre-production automotive testing (preferably including winter and off-site testing)
• Exceptional attitude and enthusiasm for automotive adventure
• Experience with traction control, AWD and EV motor slip control
• Powertrain calibration experience
• Understanding of vehicle dynamics, control systems, and AWD system performance development
• Acceptable computer skills and experience in in-vehicle off-road performance measurement
• Experience in software root cause analysis and problem-solving methods
• Good written communication and presentation skills
• Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities
• Capacity to safely manage off-site test trips where vehicles may get stuck and assist in the safe recovery of those vehicles
• Data Acquisition software and calibration software (INCA, CANape, CANaylizer, etc.)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Valid Driver's License and…