Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer

Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Vehicle Safety Regulatory Engineer for the Safety Certification & Regulation Team at our Superior Township, MI facility just east of Ann Arbor. HATCI’s Regulation & Certification Department helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles to meet changing safety, environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels. Regulatory professionals research & analyze future regulatory trends to recommend internal action; guide the direction of company research; help to develop policy for public positions; and communicate with agencies such as National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Federal Communications Commission (FCC). WHAT YOU WILL DO   Obtain information on Federal, State, and Canadian motor vehicle safety regulations under consideration Analyze proposed and finalized safety regulations for impact on Hyundai and Kia vehicles Prepare summaries of regulatory actions related to motor vehicle safety Prepare company policy positions on safety regulatory areas by coordinating between R&D and affiliated companies Prepare written comments and/or verbal testimony in response to government safety regulatory actions or inquiries Provide recommendations to engineering staff for action in response to upcoming safety requirements Track government, industry, and academic research related to motor vehicle safety Make recommendations for internal research to support government efforts Provide updates, summaries, and/or presentations related to motor vehicle safety trends, technologies, and upcoming requirements or regulations to internal stakeholders through meetings, presentations, and other media on a regular basis Participate in industry technical work groups and committees Coordinate with Canadian, or other market, counterparts as necessary Support preparation of weekly, monthly, and yearly reports describing recent regulatory efforts and political activities Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, travel requests, etc Perform additional functions related to motor vehicle safety regulations and technologies as assigned Other activities as required HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT Experience with regulations and regulatory processes pertaining to motor vehicle safety at an automotive OEM, supplier, or government agency such as NHTSA is an asset but not necessary Excellent communication skills, both written and oral Strong analytical skills Eagerness and capacity to learn Professional networking Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity, and ethical behavior Exceptional organization and time management skills Proficiency in MS Office WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE Bachelor’s degree in: Engineering or other analytical/technical fields Pre-law, law, or public policy Up to 30% travel (domestic and international) 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.