Electrified Propulsion System Development Senior Manager

Electrified Propulsion System Development Senior Manager Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Engineering Senior Manager to lead our dynamic team in driving innovation and excellence in propulsion systems. The Electrified Propulsion System Development team is responsible for projects related to testing and developing electrified propulsion system components. This is a key leadership role focused on ensuring engineering execution excellence, fostering collaboration, and achieving strategic goals for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis products. You will lead a team of talented engineers and work closely with cross‑functional groups to design, test, and validate propulsion systems that enhance performance and user experience. WHAT YOU WILL DO Manage the testing and development of e-motor, power electronics and charging systems for the North American Market of Hyundai/Kia/Genesis all types of electric vehicles. Set department goals and objectives that align with the sub-division’s (electrified Propulsion Development Group) direction. Develop and manage the department’s plan, strategy, and budget allocation/usage. Manage direct reports, including task assignments, professional development, and employee evaluation. Continuously improve the department’s testing resources, capabilities, and procedures for electrified propulsion systems development. Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing with Korean R&D counterparts. Provide technical guidance for e-motor, power electronics and EV charging systems testing and development. Formulate countermeasure strategies and proposals to enhance e-motor, power electronic system, and charging system characteristics Manage vehicle test events, including real world charging interoperability, vehicle-to-load tests, cross-functional seasonal tests (hot/cold), and chamber/dyno tests. Ensure that all performance development activities adhere to internal quality standards. Oversee research concerning customer feedback via JD Power IQS, Consumer Reports, and Customer Clinics, to identify areas for improvement. Support the benchmarking of competitor vehicles and facilitate the setting of development targets for future xEV projects for the NA market. Oversee the identification and development of new technologies, strategies, and methods for improving the performance and efficiency of current and future Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. Support NA headquarters with all-electric vehicle inquiries and issues in relation to electrified propulsion systems Create and present clear technical reports on the statuses of propulsion system-related projects. Travel up to 10% internationally and domestically as needed.