Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer

Job description

Vehicle Safety Compliance Engineer 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).

WHAT YOU WILL DO

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.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

TO THE

ROLE Education

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other analytical/technical fields Pre-law, law, or public policy preferred Preferred Qualifications: 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 Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations: Employee will have core compliance responsibilities but must be agile to support a dynamic landscape, both internally and externally.

Domestic and international travel is associated with the position, not to exceed 20%. WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU 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 OTHER DETAILS 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. HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.