Emission Certification & Compliance Test Operations Manager

Hyundai Motor Company • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

85d • Hybrid

About The Position

Emission Certification & Compliance Test Operations ManagerHyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking a Certification and Compliance Manager for the emission test team at the Superior Township facility in Michigan, just east of Ann Arbor. HATCI’s Certification & Compliance Team helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles meeting the challenging environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels, through certification & in-use testing.
The Certification & Compliance Test Manager is responsible for overseeing the emission certification & compliance test team and in-use procurement team.  The emission certification & compliance test team is responsible for the following: Cert Localization testing, EPA confirmatory testing, IUVP/IUCP in-use testing, emission investigation testing, EPA/CARB in-use surveillance testing, coast-down audit testing, PEMS RDE validation, and pre-IUVP durability fleet emission validation.  Testing includes EV, PHEV, HEV and ICE technologies, and certification EDV, FEDV, EVAP, DDV.
The in-use procurement team is responsible for procuring Hyundai / Genesis / Kia owner vehicles for the in-use verification program, in-use confirmatory program, or emission compliance investigations. Mailings, responses, owner communications including scheduling are handled in-house. The procurement team covers Ann Arbor MI, Chino CA, and CO (TRP) for high altitude.
The test operations manager needs to be knowledgeable in compliance & certification test practices, emission test practices, current & future regulatory requirements, CFR (Code of Federal Regulation) & CCR (Code of California Regulation).

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with upper management, executive staff, and peers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the certification process, including automotive certification testing, automotive engineering principles and operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle test & emission regulations, such as CFR 40 Parts 86, 600, and 1066, or a clear understanding of capability necessary to review, interpret, and apply such regulations. Including Tier 4 Multipollutant & ACC2 new rule making.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity and ethical behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing business requirements.
• Bachelors In Engineering (Electrical, Automotive, or Mechanical preferred)
• Leading or managing people with emission test projects and customer service
• 5+yr. US emission certification testing or emission compliance testing
• 5+yr. emission lab testing
• 3+yr. IUVP (in-use)
• PEMS / RDE experience
• Coast-down 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.

Nice To Haves

• Automotive manufacturing knowledge beneficial
• Engine system and engine management operation knowledge beneficial
• Working knowledge of HEV / PHEV / BEV would be beneficial.
• Working knowledge of ETAS (INCA) and/or CAN DB tools would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing emissions & fuel economy testing for the Certification and Compliance Team.
• Responsible for managing In-Use Procurement Team
• Responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing the team’s budgets
• A proven disciplined and organized leader capable of delivering results; strengthening the team; and communicating effectively
• Data Analysis involves assessment of test results and other data from areas such as certification, in-use compliance, fleet emissions durability, PEMS, emission investigations, coast-down
• Set and monitor annual goals for each team and induvial team member
• Conduct annual performance reviews
• Develop and maintain test processes to ensure proper execution of official EPA and CARB testing. Proactively follow up on all issues related to this topic.
• Review federal and state regulations related to EPA and CARB test procedures. Ensure that current processes meet all requirements and assist management to address any discrepancies.
• Be capable of understanding powertrain and emission control system testing operations and be highly capable of quickly understanding and interpreting technical problems and issues as represented in testing system problems.
• Create and present technical reports as assigned.
• Perform additional projects assigned.

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
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager