Sr. FRT & RR Suspension Engineer

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Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is looking for a Senior Engineer to join the Chassis Engineering Design Team/Department

The Team:

Chassis Engineering Design is a collaborative and innovation-driven team at a leading automotive company. The Chassis Engineering Design Team values open communication, continuous learning, and a hands‑on approach. Additionally, the Chassis Engineering Design Team fosters a culture where senior engineers guide less experienced colleagues, share knowledge freely, and work together to solve complex engineering challenges. The team is committed to delivering high‑quality, safe, and reliable Chassis systems, encouraging creative problem‑solving and ownership at all levels.

As part of the Chassis Engineering Design Team, one would work closely with a diverse group of designers, testers, and manufacturing engineers in an environment that rewards initiative, technical excellence, and professional growth.

The Position:

The Sr. FRT (front) & RR (rear) Suspension Engineer would lead design, development, and validation‑related efforts concerning front and rear systems for U.S. SUV, pickup truck, and off‑road vehicles to create a robust, high‑performance suspension architecture. Additionally, one would work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration, meet customer requirements, and achieve durability and reliability goals.

• Lead Suspension Design: Drive end‑to‑end design of front and rear suspension components (e.g., control arms, springs, dampers, linkages, subframes, bushings, etc.) using CATIA V5. Generate detailed 3D models and 2D drawings and oversee CAD release for prototyping and production. Some CATIA V5 training would be available in‑house.
• Mechanical Analysis: Coordinate FEA and kinematic/dynamic analyses with CAE groups/teams to ensure designs meet strength, stiffness, durability, and ride/handling targets. Analyze loads (i.e., static, dynamic, and fatigue) and iterate designs for weight, cost, and performance.
• Concept Development: Develop and document suspension concepts and packaging layouts, considering vehicle geometry, articulation, ground clearance, steering geometry, and off‑road requirements. Ensure concepts align with project requirements and standards.
• Validation Planning and Testing: Define, support, and execute validation plans for suspension systems by aiding in test plan creation efforts, supporting prototype builds, and conducting bench and full‑vehicle tests (e.g., durability, NVH, ride comfort, handling, off‑road performance, etc.). Analyze the correlation between test data and simulation results and follow requests for design refinements (as needed).
• Supplier Coordination: Collaborate with suppliers concerning the design and development of suspension components. Provide technical direction and review supplier CAD models and drawings. Manage the supplier design review process and ensure supplier deliverables meet specifications and quality standards.
• Design Review and Documentation: Lead and participate in design reviews, DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)/PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) sessions, and design‑for‑manufacturing discussions. Prepare and maintain engineering documents (e.g., specifications, test reports, control plans, etc.) in adherence to and compliance with industry and regulatory standards.
• Documentation and CAD Modeling: Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation. Develop 3D models and 2D drawings in CATIA V5 for all components and assemblies (including applying GD&T as needed). Author and update technical specifications, DFMEAs, design review materials, and engineering reports to support program milestones and production readiness.
• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement: Investigate and resolve engineering issues during development and support after‑production launch issues (if requested). Implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement efforts of suspension designs and development processes. Review IQS, VDS, JP Power, and Consumer Reports to…