Vehicle Safety Verification Technician I

Hyundai Motor Company • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Build/Strip Crash Test Technician to join our Vehicle Safety Test Team in Superior Township, MI. This role supports pre-test vehicle preparation and post-test teardown for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis crash testing. We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented technician with a strong automotive skillset and the flexibility to support a variety of testing needs. If you're dynamic, have a multi-faceted skillset and excited to support a variety of testing conditions and requirements, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

• Minimum: High School Diploma
• Technician I Level with 1~3 years R&D Test Preparation activities
• Experience working in automotive R&D testing environments
• Experience with disassembly and reassembly of interior and exterior vehicle components.
• General fabrication experience using TIG/MIG welders, acetylene torch, and cutting wheels
• Vehicle diagnostic skills, reading codes, and troubleshooting vehicle warning lights.
• PC skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior
• Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints.
• Excellent Communication and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills working in a culturally diverse environment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree – Automotive Technology or Related Industry Experience
• Previous experience in automotive safety testing (crash test, sled testing, dynamic impact component/system testing, etc)

Responsibilities

• Review test plan with engineers to understand load case preparation and post-test action.
• Install test equipment and instrumentation used in automotive testing: Accelerometer, pressure sensor, voltage and current monitor installation. Proper Sensor cable routing for each impact test mode. Interior/Exterior Trim disassembly and reassembly associated with installation. Accurate written and photographic records of all installed instrumentation.
• Prepare vehicle for testing (Pre-Test Operations): Record “received” and “tested” details such as weight, tire size, installed restraints etc. Drain all fluids (coolant, oil, washer fluid, gas, refrigerant) and replace with non-flammable substitutes. Ballast vehicle to specified test weight. Use 3D Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) for structural deformation measurements. Tape/target/paint vehicle to test specification. Replace or modify parts of prototypes such as passenger airbags and door beams.
• Tear down of vehicle after test (Post-test Operations): Remove all instrumentation and drain non-flammable fluids. Use 3D CMM for post-test structural measurement. Preform post-test structural teardown as directed by test engineer including door/pillar skinning, interior trim removal, gas tank removal etc.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers.
• Fully document vehicle instruments and modifications in a database environment.
• Parts and equipment ordering.
• Maintain shop equipment and tools.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED