Vehicle Emissions Lab Technician

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.