Demo

Automotive Prototype Test Technician

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/5/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Automotive Prototype Development Technician

  • Repair / update / troubleshoot Prototype Test vehicles for Ride & Handling, NVH, and Total Vehicle Evaluation Teams
  • Mainly responsible for supporting Chassis tuning activities
  • Support Snow and Wet Tire Test trips

Support CPG test trips (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 :
  • Fully document vehicle repairs and modifications in a database environment
  • Parts and equipment ordering
  • Maintain shop equipment and tools
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop environment
  • Travel up to 20% of time domestically and internationally
  • 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.

    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

    Educational Requirements :

  • Associates Degree, Automotive or Industrial Technology preferred
  • ASE Master Certification desired
  • Experience working in culturally diverse team environment
  • Related Experience Requirements (# of years, industry, etc.) :

  • Experience working in automotive development or testing
  • Experience with vehicle data acquisition systems and transducers, including thermocouples, pressure transducers, load cells, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior
  • Required Skills and Knowledge :

  • Experience with all vehicle systems (engine, transmission, HVAC, chassis, electrical & body)
  • PC skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
  • Excellent CAN tools and data analysis skills
  • Ability to multi-task and meet time constraints
  • Excellent vehicle diagnostic skills
  • Automotive technology certification, degree or equivalent
  • Excellent Communication and writing skills
  • Excellent interpersonal relationship skills working in a culturally diverse environment
  • Any Additional Certifications Required :

  • Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record
  • Physical Demands, Work Environment, Travel Expectations :

  • Shop Environment - exposure to fuel, compressed air / gas, emissions and exhaust fumes; pinching, tripping, electrical, and chemical hazards; bending and stooping required; must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and work safely with hand power tools. May work in outdoors or indoors in extremes of weather and temperature. Safety glasses required.
  • Field Environment - Field temperature ranges from -20º F to 160º F; altitude ranges from -300 ft. below sea level to 14,000 ft. above sea level. May require bending and stooping and lifting while removing and attaching 5000 lb. trailers to vehicles, installing instrumentation and repairing vehicle failures. May require operation of vehicles for total of 1000 miles over 2-3 day period. Safety glasses required when working on vehicles.
  • Proving Ground Environment - exposure to weather and temperature extremes - 32ºF to 100ºF ; high winds; exposure to hazardous fuels and oils; exposure to emissions and noise
  • Base Salary : $24 / hr. ~ $26 / hr.
  • Salary : $24 - $26

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Automotive Prototype Test Technician?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Automotive Prototype Test Technician career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $49,707 - $66,695
    Income Estimation: 
    $62,239 - $76,399
    Income Estimation: 
    $56,866 - $72,428
    Income Estimation: 
    $49,707 - $66,695
    Income Estimation: 
    $62,239 - $76,399
    Income Estimation: 
    $56,866 - $72,428
    Income Estimation: 
    $56,866 - $72,428
    Income Estimation: 
    $70,003 - $89,130
    Income Estimation: 
    $60,008 - $75,864
    Income Estimation: 
    $60,008 - $75,864
    Income Estimation: 
    $70,003 - $89,130
    Income Estimation: 
    $44,082 - $57,709
    Income Estimation: 
    $54,949 - $68,457
    Income Estimation: 
    $49,707 - $66,695
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)

    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
    Hired Organization Address Superior, MI Full Time
    Job Description : Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently seeking a Entry level DevOps Engineer at o...
    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
    Hired Organization Address Superior, MI Full Time
    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) Is Currently Looking For An Advanced Control Algorithm - Senior Engineer ...
    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
    Hired Organization Address Ypsilanti, MI Full Time
    Job Description Job Description Our Team Advanced Engineering Lab. (AEL) is an engineering group at HATCI that focuses o...
    Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI)
    Hired Organization Address Ypsilanti, MI Full Time
    Job Description Job Description Job Description : Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking a highly mot...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Automotive Prototype Test Technician jobs in the Irvine, CA area that may be a better fit.

    Prototype and Test Engineer

    Atoco, Irvine, CA

    Automotive Test Technician

    Actalent, Irvine, CA

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!