Automotive Prototype Test Technician

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off
United States, California, Irvine
Oct 18, 2025
Automotive Prototype Test Technician Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a Technician II for the Ride and Handling (R&H) Team. What You Will Do: Repair/update/troubleshoot prototype test vehicles for Ride & Handling, NVH, and Total Vehicle Evaluation Teams Responsible for supporting chassis tuning activities Support California Proving Ground (CPG) test trips (i.e., towing/tire test & evaluation/general chassis tuning) Install, configure, and operate test equipment and instrumentation used in automotive testing: Transducer installation and calibration Data collection and validation of data integrity Provide general automotive technician support: Remove and replace vehicle components, including prototype components Troubleshoot and diagnose complex vehicle issues across all vehicle systems Component modification and fabrication Work cooperatively in a team environment with other technicians and engineers Other Responsibilities: Document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database environment Order parts and equipment Maintain shop equipment and tools Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment Travel up to 20% of the time, both domestically and internationally What You Will Bring to the Role: Associate's degree in automotive or industrial technology ASE certification Ability to work in a culturally diverse team environment Experience contributing toautomotive development or testing Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems and transducers, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, load cells, etc. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and ethical behavior Experience with all vehicle systems (i.e., engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical, and body) PC skills (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints Excellent vehicle diagnostic skills Excellent communication and writing skills Excellent interpersonal skills Comfortable working in a shop environment, which may include the following: Exposure to fuel, compressed air/gas, emissions, and exhaust fumes Exposure to pinching, tripping, electrical, and chemical hazards Bending and stooping one's body Lifting up to 75 lbs Working with hand-power tools Working indoors andoutdoors in harshconditions concerning weather and temperature Wearing safety glasses, as they are required for operating in a shop environment Comfortable working in a field environment, which may include the following: Exposure to extreme field temperatures, rangingfrom -20 F to +160 F Exposure to altitude ranges from -300 feetbelow sea level to +14,000 feetabove sea level Bending and stooping one's body Lifting while removing and attaching 5,000 lbtrailers to vehicles Installing instrumentation Repairing vehicle failures Operating vehicles for 1,000 miles over a 2-3 day period Wearing safety glasses, as they are required for working on vehicles Comfortable working in a proving groundenvironment, which may include the following: Exposure to extreme temperatures, ranging from- 32F to +100F Exposure to high winds Exposure to hazardous fuels and oils Exposure to emissions and noise Wearing safety glasses, as they are required for operating in a proving ground environment Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record What Hyundai Can Offer You: 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 Pay $56,000 ~ $63,000 (Annually) A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Flexible Work Hours Other Details: 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.