Contract Development Engineer at Saab responsible for coordinating technical activities and ensuring quality solutions. Collaborating with procurement and suppliers in product development.
About the role
- Sr. Chassis Dynamics Engineer developing handling and control performance for high performance vehicles at Hyundai Motor Company. Conducting research and testing to improve chassis dynamics and stability control.
Responsibilities
- Chassis dynamics development includes handling focused active chassis control performance development (e-LSD, e-AWD, Rear Wheel Steering, Steer By Wire, etc.)
- High performance vehicle on road (track) & off road (baja/desert running) chassis dynamic performance development
- Trailer towing dynamics and stability control performance development
- Advanced research activities include objective test/analysis, simulation, and control logic development
- Develop in-house testing as needed, specifying and procuring instrumentation and conducting test trials.
- Develop/conduct objective test and analysis following National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) test procedures and major media test procedure
- Conduct objective benchmarking of competitive vehicles and Hyundai/Kia at specified development “gateway points.”
- Conduct customer feedback research to understand customer requirement.
- Understand and translate HMC, KMC, HMA, and KMA product vision for Vehicle Dynamics into actual vehicle performance.
- Support all chassis research & development activities at the Proving Ground.
- Work in a team environment as well as independently.
- Mentor junior level engineers.
- Support manufacturing organization with pre-launch activities through plant visits.
- Support special problem assessment and countermeasure recommendations.
- Attend industry sponsored Conferences & Trainings, and Vendor Demonstrations to review and continuously improve chassis components and systems.
- Create and present technical reports as assigned.
- Collaborate with Chassis/Brake and NVH Engineers to develop and improve ESC and Chassis Dynamics Control performance for HMG vehicles as needed.
- May be required to install suspension related parts or tires on vehicles or to direct technicians to perform installations.
- Perform additional chassis development projects as assigned.
- Travel up to 40% of time domestically and internationally.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study
- 10+ years of vehicle dynamics and control area engineering experience - chassis control / high-performance chassis dynamics
- Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, control system development, and chassis performance development
- 5+ years of experience in vehicle stability, controllability, and traction performance development (preferred)
- High performance driving skills and good subjective evaluation skills
- Background in prototype vehicle on-road testing and performance measurement
- Experience working in culturally diverse team environment.
- Knowledge of Automotive Industry engineering and manufacturing.
- Knowledge of electrified vehicle architecture, brake by wire and regenerative braking systems.
- Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
- Proficient driving skills.
- Expert technical report writing skills.
- Proficient with data acquisition systems and sensing equipment including CAN bus data acquisition.
- Proficient Project Management skills.
- Proficient skills in MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Proficient time management and organization skills.
- Proficient self-management skills.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and capability.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity and ethical behavior.
- Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record.
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
- Competitive Salaries
- A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
- Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
- Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Flexible Work Hours
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