Vehicle Engineering Program Management Analyst

Hyundai Motor Company•Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

About The Position

Vehicle Engineering Program Management AnalystHyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for an experienced engineer to join the Kia Project Management Team The Position: The Vehicle Engineering Program Management Analyst would play a crucial role in supporting and executing North American (NA) vehicle programs and projects, as in response to the success of the Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis brands, the team is rapidly growing to lead the expansion of localized vehicle development activitiesWhat You Will Do: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, deliverables, and KPIs, and establish clear project plans and timelines Lead problem-solving activities to find solutions to engineering challenges; leverage competitive benchmarking, business case analysis, cost and weight initiatives, and market and customer analysis Drive alignment across organizations; develop a one-voice agreement on program issues, features, and specs. critical to program viability, NA consumer needs, and market success Monitor program progress, identify risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery and achievement of program goals Coordinate development activities across engineering functions and lead programs through key program milestones Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting activities, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial targets Support NA assembly plants during pre-launch vehicle quality assurance audits Establish and maintain effective communication channels with stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, milestones, and key deliverables Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to communicate program status, milestones, and key insights to management Assist in the development and implementation of program management processes and process improvements, tools, and methodologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in program management, and leverage knowledge to drive innovation and improvement Travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering-related discipline
3+ years of vehicle development program management experience
Experience with vehicle program launches (from concept to production)
Experience in defining and managing the scope, timing, and resources of vehicle-related projects
Strong analytical skills
An ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets
Sound problem-solving skills
Adept in Microsoft programs, such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
An ability to prepare reports/spreadsheets (when needed) to support project-related work
Knowledge of industry best practices concerning program management and project execution
Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
An ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define program objectives, deliverables, and KPIs, and establish clear project plans and timelines
Lead problem-solving activities to find solutions to engineering challenges; leverage competitive benchmarking, business case analysis, cost and weight initiatives, and market and customer analysis
Drive alignment across organizations; develop a one-voice agreement on program issues, features, and specs. critical to program viability, NA consumer needs, and market success
Monitor program progress, identify risks and issues, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure on-time delivery and achievement of program goals
Coordinate development activities across engineering functions and lead programs through key program milestones
Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and forecasting activities, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial targets
Support NA assembly plants during pre-launch vehicle quality assurance audits
Establish and maintain effective communication channels with stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, milestones, and key deliverables
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports to communicate program status, milestones, and key insights to management
Assist in the development and implementation of program management processes and process improvements, tools, and methodologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness
Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in program management, and leverage knowledge to drive innovation and improvement
Travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally

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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