OBD Certification Senior Manager

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OBD Certification Senior Manager Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)’s Regulation & Certification Department is currently seeking an OBD Certification Sr. Manager at the Superior Township facility in Michigan, just east of Ann Arbor. HATCI’s Certification & Compliance Team helps support Hyundai and Kia vehicles meeting the challenging environmental, and emissions standards at the federal, state, and local levels, through certification & in-use testing. The OBD Sr. Manager is responsible for overseeing HATCI’s US OBD certification, including certification documentation, agency questions & answers, agency meetings, and OBD DDV certification testing. The OBD Sr. Manager needs to be knowledgeable in OBD certification & compliance practices, emission test practices, current & future regulatory requirements, CFR (Code of Federal Regulation) & CCR (Code of California Regulation). WHAT YOU WILL DO Responsible for managing US OBD certification Certification documentation Agency Q&A Agency materials & meetings OBD DDV certification Lead and grow HATCI’s OBD Certification Team, including OBD system engineers, requirements engineers, application engineers, and diagnostic specialists Experience in leading and delivering US OBD certification, including BEV and/or hybrid platforms Experience in OBDII regulations, communication architectures, monitor strategies, readiness/MIL concepts, and OBD compliance activities Coordinate and align cross-functional stakeholders Responsible for planning, monitoring, and managing the team’s budgets A proven disciplined and organized leader capable of delivering results; strengthening the team; and communicating effectively Set and monitor annual goals for each team and individual team member Monitor federal and state regulations related to OBD certification / compliance Proactively follow up on all issues related to this topic Be capable of understanding powertrain and emission control system operations and be highly capable of quickly understanding and interpreting technical problems and issues as represented in testing system problems. Create and present technical reports Exceptional organization and communication skills, both oral and written, are necessary for this position. Including conflict resolution Travel: up to 20% of time domestically and internationally is possible WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE Educational Requirements: Bachelors or Masters in engineering Related Industry Experience Requirements: 10+ years OBD experience Combination of OBD certification applications, OBD emission demonstration, OBD controls and strategies or OBD calibration 3+ years of project leadership/management experience leading engineers and technicians Proven track record of delivering engineering projects related to OBD certification and testing Required Skills and Knowledge: Automotive engineering principles OBD regulations OBD emissions test practices Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, knowledge of vehicle communication networks (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, etc.), knowledge of vehicle instrumentation including ETAS hardware and software Additional Requirements: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with upper management, executive staff, and peers. Demonstrated knowledge of the OBD certification process, including testing, automotive engineering principles and operations. Demonstrated knowledge of OBD regulations or a clear understanding of capability necessary to review, interpret, and apply such regulations Automotive manufacturing knowledge beneficial Engine system and engine management operation knowledge beneficial Working knowledge of HEV / PHEV / BEV would be beneficial Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, high integrity and ethical behavior Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing business requirements 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 A global environment that fosters diversity Competitive salaries Retirement savings and planning benefits Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts 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. VEVRAA Federal contractor.