Manager, Product and Engineering Cost Improvement

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Location

Montgomery, AL

Purpose

• Overseeing the coordination engineering activities related to Technical Cost Reduction of selected vehicles in support of the Cost Optimization Committee.

Major Responsibilities

• Represent Hyundai Motor North America in technical cost management during Product Development.

• Lead cross-functional teams (R&D, Design, Manufacturing, etc.).

• Design improvements to reduce cost while enhancing quality, reliability, and durability.

• Self-generate and develop cost-saving ideas.

• Present technical reports and track idea status weekly.

• Conduct cross-functional quality and engineering meetings.

• Manage cost optimization ideas and meet technical cost reduction targets.

Major Responsibilities (continued)

Authority

• Conduct, as needed, cross-functional quality and engineering meetings.
• Document and manage incoming cost optimization ideas, create validation plans, and ensure execution.
• Represent the Cost Optimization Organization in VA/VE-related activities.
• Responsible for meeting technical Cost reduction targets.

Education

~ Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.

Related Experience

• 6+ years in automotive OEM or Supplier roles.

• Experience in Design, Engineering, Purchasing, or Finance.

• Knowledge of US vehicle homologation requirements and core components.

• Working experience in one or more areas of the vehicle is required: body, closures, mechanisms, exterior trim, interior trim, seats, etc.
• The ideal candidate is skilled at and enjoys technical problem-solving.

Skills/Knowledge

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in CAD tools (CATIA V5 ideal), technical drawings interpretation, and automotive assembly tools.

Certification

• Valid driver's license is required.
• Satisfactory driving record is required. 

Physical Requirements

Actively participate in hands-on vehicle tear-down and related activitiesTravel: 5% - 15%

Work Model

#LI-Hybrid (60% Onsite/40% Remote)

Affiliate

#Hyundai

Compensation

$86,800.00 - $124,000.00 Annual

Benefits

• Monthly Hyundai/Genesis vehicle lease allowance (including insurance and maintenance)
• Holiday Pay - the company shuts down with pay between Christmas and New Years.
• Vacation and sick time off
• Healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• 401(K) company match
• Additional 401(K) Employer Enhanced Contribution program – eligible after 1 year of employment, in addition to the regular employer matching contribution
• Basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Mental health, wellbeing, and employee assistance program
• Health advocate (coordinate care and services, assistance with cl