Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer

Hyundai Motor Company • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

36d • Onsite

About The Position

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).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other analytical/technical fields
• Pre-law, law, or public policy preferred
• 0-4 years related experience
• Experience with regulations and regulatory processes pertaining to motor vehicle safety at an automotive OEM, supplier, or government agency such as NHTSA
• 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

Responsibilities

• Review vehicle regulations and test procedures (FMVSS, state, & territories) from governmental entities (NHTSA, OVSC, NCAP, etc.) for product applicability and draft conclusion documents in clear and easily understandable language.
• Represent the company during various safety compliance or consumer information tests; investigate potential compliance issues and propose solutions.
• Perform visual compliance audits on new products.
• Support vehicle homologation and self-certification efforts.
• Execute trend analysis and benchmarking.
• Prepare reports and responses to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Engage in cross-functional activities to support compliance efforts.
• Perform administrative functions such as purchasing requests, travel requests, etc.
• Perform additional functions related to motor vehicle safety regulations and technologies as assigned.
• Other related activities as required.

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
• Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

What This Job Offers

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