R&D Planning Manager

Hyundai America Technical Center Inc. (HATCI) is looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual that will help us continue to develop our R&D role in North and Central America regions.

Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) has emerged as a leader in the global auto industry with Top 3 worldwide and Top 4 U.S. OEM positions.  HATCI is the primary North and Central America R&D division within HMG and is expanding capability to support this leadership position.  The recently formed HATCI R&D Strategy Team is at the center of this expansion, targeting best-in-industry engineering, research and testing roles.

The newly created R&D Planning Manager position has a Chief of Staff role, directly supporting the President of HATCI R&D in enhancing the operational efficiency of the company.  As HATCI grows in personnel and responsibilities, greater emphasis on standard processes, collaboration/communication and efficiency is critical.

This role will work closely with the R&D Strategy Manager, Product Strategy Team and Project Management Team to develop and implement overall strategic initiatives for R&D and the various vehicles that HMG sells across Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands.

As this is a new role, candidate will be responsible for leading the hiring process for addition staff team members of varying experience, from entry to senior levels.  In addition, candidate will encounter new and potentially ambiguous challenges consistent with a new role and in fully defining this new position.

• Monitoring and managing the day-to-day activities of the engineering department, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient resource utilization.
• Identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
• Support and managing resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials.
• Implementing and maintaining quality control measures to ensure that products and services meet the required standards.
• Contributing to the development of operational strategies that align with the company's overall goals.
• Collaborating with other departments, such as engineering, production, procurement, and facilities, to ensure seamless operations.
• Identifying and resolving operational open issues promptly and effectively.
• HATCI Standard Processes creation, implementation and maintenance
• Optimized collaboration and communication with internal teams and external corporate partners
• Annual Budget strategy and planning
• Governance meeting structure
• Operational efficiency measures

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Minimum moderate level of capability in MS Office
• Motivational speaker with ability to lead teams not under direct control
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to rapidly changing business requirements
• Flexible, organized and able to work effectively with all levels of employees
• Fluency with English language, bilingual Korean language skill ideal

• Bachelor’s Degree required with preference in STEM disciplines
• Master’s Degree preferred in STEM or Business
• ~10 years’ experience in auto or other industry in Strategy, Project Management or Technical Administration roles
• 1-3 years managing teams preferred
• Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai and 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

• 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
• Flexible work hours, and hybrid work schedule options
• Access to Health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts