Vehicle Emissions Lab Technician

Job Description

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for a Technician in the Vehicle Emission and Efficiency Lab (VEL) at our Superior Township, Michigan facility who will:

Perform vehicle emission testing on a chassis dyno to comply with SAE/EPA/CARB specification/regulations, and industry best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform chassis dyno emission tests (driving)

Prepares, installs and sets up test vehicle, analyzers, dyno, data acquisition and other equipment.

Perform SHED testing (HSL, DBL and ORVR)

Perform testing and records results, communicates results to an Engineer, or to a Supervisor / Manager, as required.

Prepare vehicles for testing (fuel drain and fill, canister loading/conditioning, instrumentation, etc.)

Support/perform daily equipment calibration and maintenance.

Complete test documentation paperwork

Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience, guides junior team members.

May act as a lead, coordinating and facilitating the work of others but is not a supervisor.

Proposes improvements to processes and equipment upgrades.

Adheres to internal standards, policies and procedures.

Perform light mechanical work.

Perform general maintenance and housekeeping of chassis test cells and work area.

Perform additional projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Mathematical Skills: Basic skills (Required)

Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level required, uses logical and practical approach to solve problems (Required)

Has advanced and specialized expertise, typically developed through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience (Required)

Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing (Required)

Understands engineering concepts and creates setups for practical application to work on test equipment (Required)

Acute attention to detail with a focus on improvement (Required)

Ability to apply standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods to perform work (Required)

Ability to follow instructions, working in a dynamic environment and performing at a high level (Required)

Ability to work independently and under moderate supervision (Required)

What We Offer:

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

Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options

Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts

Basic Requirements

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field with 2+ years of emissions lab experience (Preferred)

Or 5+ years of emissions lab experience

Experience with operation of the following equipment:

Emission analytical systems (including PM/PN sampling)

Emission chassis dynamometers

Evaporative emission SHEDs

Working knowledge of and experience performing SAE/EPA/CARB vehicle emission test procedures for ICE and EV

Strong diagnostic skills - ability to learn and understand new concepts and applications.

Strong attention to detail- follows policies, procedures, and safety measures.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

MS Office (Word, Excel) - intermediate user proficiency (Required)

Test cell data acquisition and control program, i.e. STARS, iTEST or PUMA (Preferred)

Horiba MEXA-ONE or 7000 series emission analytical system experience

Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record (Required)

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

Preferred Qualifications

IUVP compliance experience

Environmental chamber experience

Burke E Porter 4WD Chassis Dynamometer experience

Experience working in a culturally diverse team environment.