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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
Ypsilanti, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description :

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our High Voltage Battery System Design & Development Team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, analysis, and validation of mechanical systems for high-voltage battery systems used in electric and hybrid vehicles.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Mechanical Design and Modeling :
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies of high-voltage battery modules and packs using tools such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or Siemens NX.
  • Develop innovative mechanical designs that meet performance, safety, and reliability requirements.
  • 2D Drawing Creation :
  • Develop detailed 2D drawings and manufacturing documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards and GD&T.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing teams and suppliers to ensure designs are production-ready and cost-effective.
  • Simulations :
  • Conduct structural and thermal analysis to evaluate mechanical durability, strength, and heat management of battery systems by using tools, such as ANSYS, Abaqus, or COMSOL
  • Perform CFD simulations to optimize thermal performance and cooling system design of battery packs.
  • Project Management :
  • Work with suppliers to meet design requirements, project timing and achieve cost targets.
  • Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to fabricate prototypes and conduct validation tests.
  • Analyze test results to verify and improve design performance.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis to solve development and quality issues
  • Manage suppliers' engineering documents, such as DFMEA / PFMEA
  • Lead design gate review and program milestone review
  • Lead cost and performance optimization in product development
  • Collaboration and Integration :
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical and software engineers, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems with other subsystems.
  • Support system-level validation and troubleshooting activities.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical design and analysis, preferably in the automotive or energy storage industry.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, Siemens NX).
  • Experience with FEA tools (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) and CFD tools (e.g., Simcenter STAR-CCM ).
  • Strong understanding of material properties, thermal management, and structural design principles.
  • Knowledge of GD&T with the ability to perform dimensional stack-ups.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, stamping, extrusion, and injection molding.
  • Experience managing components or sub-systems developed by suppliers
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • Experience with battery systems or energy storage products.
  • Familiarity with automotive standards such as ISO 6469, ISO 19453, or ECE R-100.
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping and validation testing.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Soft Skills :

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
  • What We Offer :

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and innovative environment.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work culture.
  • Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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