Trim Manager (North America Quality Center - NAQC)

Hyundai's North America Quality Center (NAQC) is looking for a Manager for the Trim Team of the Investigation Team I Group

The Team:

NAQC is the quality arm for Hyundai Motor Group (HMG)'s North American vehicle models. NAQC seeks to further Hyundai's goal of becoming the leading automotive manufacturer in North America by delivering uncompromising quality and exceeding consumer expectations.

The Position:

The Trim Manager would oversee the development and enhancement of trim systems for Hyundai, Genesis, and Kia vehicles by supporting the Trim Team with resolving trim-related issues

• Collaborate closely with affiliates and partners (i.e., HMA, HMGMA, KUS, HAC, KCA, HATCI, HMC, HMMA, KaGA, KMX, and suppliers) to align quality initiatives and share best practices
• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering strong morale and a collaborative work culture
• Review, coach, and support team members to ensure the delivery of high-quality reports and technical outputs
• Mentor engineers in best practices and promote continuous on-the-job learning and development
• Support the development and achievement of divisional KPIs through strategic planning and execution
• Represent the team and NAQC at affiliate governance and HKMC quality meetings, providing insight and direction
• Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and forecasting to optimize efficiency and meet operational goals
• Establish and maintain effective communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, milestones, and deliverables
• Drive continuous improvement of engineering capabilities through targeted development initiatives
• Investigate and identify root causes and conditions by translating subjective customer complaints with repeatable objective data & validate countermeasure effectiveness
• Travel up to 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally

• Basic Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, automotive, or a related field of engineering
  • 10+ years of experience working with trim systems
  • Extensive QA/QC/QI experience
  • Knowledge of interior and exterior trim/seat/and body-related fundamentals (i.e., NVH, lamp, switch, seat, latch, motor, and door)
  • Familiarity with vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition tools (e.g., LMS, thermal loggers, CAN tools, various gauges, etc.), service manuals, shop equipment, and trim-related test equipment
  • Root cause analysis skills
  • Proven experience in managing technical investigations
  • Familiarity with performing testing, validation, research, and benchmarking activities/tasks concerning trim systems
  • Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
  • Exceptional project management skills, with a focus on delivering timely and cost-effective solutions
  • Strong written, oral, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  • Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing business requirements
  • Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record
  
  
  
  

• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  
  
  • Master's degree in mechanical, electrical, automotive, or a related field of engineering
  • Knowledge of chassis fundamentals (i.e., NVH, brake systems, fuel systems, HVAC systems, steering systems, and suspension systems)
  
  
  
  

• 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
• Competitive Salaries
  
  
  
  • Range of Position: $127,000 ~ $141,000/Year
  
  
  
  
• A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
• Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
• Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Flexible Work Hours

• 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. VEVRM Federal contractor.