Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc.
Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer
Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc., Superior, Michigan, United States
Safety and Crashworthiness Performance Engineer
This new position is incorporated into SI's Vehicle Development & Testing group, with full responsibility for all pre‑SOP safety‑related vehicle development activities. The role closely collaborates with CAE and Test teams and aligns with the responsibilities of Namyang Safety ISDG teams (Safety Performance Test Teams 1 and 2). The Safety & Crashworthiness Performance Engineer will plan, execute, and analyze safety‑related tests to qualify new models for release and support North American safety rating achievements.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Plan, coordinate, and execute full‑vehicle and component‑level crash tests (frontal, side, rear, rollover, static, and subsystem tests).
Develop detailed test plans, procedures, instrumentation layouts, and data acquisition requirements.
Oversee test preparation, including vehicle builds, sensor installation, dummy preparation, and facility readiness.
Analyze crash test data, videos, and high‑speed measurements to evaluate structural performance, occupant injury metrics, and safety system function.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering recommendations to support design improvements.
Collaborate with CAE teams to correlate simulation results with physical test outcomes.
Support development of future models by identifying safety risks and proposing countermeasures.
Ensure compliance with global regulatory and consumer test standards (FMVSS, NCAP, IIHS, CMVSS, etc.).
Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders, including proving grounds, suppliers, and safety rating agencies.
Maintain documentation, test records, and quality systems for audit and traceability.
Key Competencies
Technical rigor and attention to detail
Strong planning and project management
Ability to work hands‑on in test environments
Effective cross‑team collaboration
Data‑driven decision‑making
Contribute to best practices, test methodology improvements, and new test capabilities.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
Strong knowledge in automotive structure, crashworthiness, and safety
Strong knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS), NCAP, and IIHS safety evaluations
Expertise in testing, test equipment, and test processes necessary to meet vehicle requirements
Expertise in analysis of crash test data (structural and occupant)
Experience using test data analysis tools is ideal (Diadaem, Hyperworks, TEMA, etc.)
Knowledge of simulation (structure and occupant) to provide direction to CAE team
Knowledge of Automotive industry engineering and manufacturing
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
MS Mechanical Engineering OR
BS Mechanical Engineering OR
BS Biomechanical Engineering
1 – 5 yrs of experience
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.
WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU
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
STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY? #J-18808-Ljbffr
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Plan, coordinate, and execute full‑vehicle and component‑level crash tests (frontal, side, rear, rollover, static, and subsystem tests).
Develop detailed test plans, procedures, instrumentation layouts, and data acquisition requirements.
Oversee test preparation, including vehicle builds, sensor installation, dummy preparation, and facility readiness.
Analyze crash test data, videos, and high‑speed measurements to evaluate structural performance, occupant injury metrics, and safety system function.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering recommendations to support design improvements.
Collaborate with CAE teams to correlate simulation results with physical test outcomes.
Support development of future models by identifying safety risks and proposing countermeasures.
Ensure compliance with global regulatory and consumer test standards (FMVSS, NCAP, IIHS, CMVSS, etc.).
Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders, including proving grounds, suppliers, and safety rating agencies.
Maintain documentation, test records, and quality systems for audit and traceability.
Key Competencies
Technical rigor and attention to detail
Strong planning and project management
Ability to work hands‑on in test environments
Effective cross‑team collaboration
Data‑driven decision‑making
Contribute to best practices, test methodology improvements, and new test capabilities.
HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
Strong knowledge in automotive structure, crashworthiness, and safety
Strong knowledge of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS), NCAP, and IIHS safety evaluations
Expertise in testing, test equipment, and test processes necessary to meet vehicle requirements
Expertise in analysis of crash test data (structural and occupant)
Experience using test data analysis tools is ideal (Diadaem, Hyperworks, TEMA, etc.)
Knowledge of simulation (structure and occupant) to provide direction to CAE team
Knowledge of Automotive industry engineering and manufacturing
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE
MS Mechanical Engineering OR
BS Mechanical Engineering OR
BS Biomechanical Engineering
1 – 5 yrs of experience
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.
WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU
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
STILL INTERESTED? WHY NOT APPLY? #J-18808-Ljbffr