NVH Manager

NVH Manager • Manage the NVH group in the evaluation, testing, and development of the NVH performance of North American Market Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. • The group is in charge of all Noise, Vibration and Aeroacoustics test and development activities in support of prototype and pilot vehicle development to assure that the NVH performance meets or exceeds customers’ expectations in all road and environmental conditions in North America. • The group’s main function of evaluation, testing, and developing the NVH 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. WHAT YOU WILL DO •    Manage the Vehicle NVH development group involved in the evaluation, testing and development of the NVH performance of North American Market Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. •    Oversee all Noise, Vibration and Aeroacoustics test and development activities in support of prototype and pilot vehicle development. •    Facilitate the benchmarking of competitor vehicles’ NVH performance and the establishment development direction and performance targets. •    Manage the NVH Development activities and all NVH engineers within the department.  Develop and execute test plans, coordinate test vehicles, and manage supplier activities.   •    Ensure that all NVH development projects are completed efficiently and on schedule through effective manpower and project management. •    Evaluate vehicle NVH performance with the North America Customers’ perspective in mind. •    Set up the group's goals & objectives aligned with the corporate direction and facilitate the accomplishment of all objectives. •    Continuously improve the group's testing resources, capabilities, and procedures. •    Develop and manage the group's strategies, plans, human resources and budgets.  Mentor direct reports. •    Oversee customer feedback analysis and research activities with internal and external partners (J.D. Power IQS, Consumer Reports, social media, general media, and internal & external customer clinics). •    Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing throughout the division and with counterparts in R&D Headquarters in Korea. •    Provide technical guidance and support for NVH performance related deficiencies for development and post-production vehicles.  Support North American Headquarters and Plants with all NVH performance related inquiries and issues. •    Support the identification and development of new technologies, strategies, and methods for improving the NVH performance of current and future Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles. •    Lead the creation and presentation of clear & concise project status and technical reports. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE  Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in the automotive industry 5+ years of demonstrated experience developing and testing the NVH performance of  vehicles 3+ years of experience managing engineers and leading NVH performance development projects Expert knowledge of automotive NVH performance development Experienced with Noise & Vibration test equipment and analysis software including LMS Test.Lab, HEAD Acoustics ArtemiS, and Matlab Good understanding of body/chassis systems and automotive manufacturing practices Experience with Body on Frame NVH development a plus Excellent computer skills and experience in in-vehicle NVH objective measurements Knowledgeable with NVH CAE analysis Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving methods Excellent written communication and presentation skills Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record Able to work in a culturally diverse team environment and in harsh climate conditions (Winter -40F, Summer +120F, altitude up to 14,000 ft) Travel up to 35%, domestically and internationally to support product development and testing