Product Strategy Senior Engineer/Analyst

• Develop, prepare, and present product proposals for future vehicles.
  * Develop and present strategic proposals for feature adoption, powertrain, trim grade, etc.
  * Advocate for the customer, especially in North American markets.
  * Collaborate cross-functionally to align on customer vision; work with U.S. sales affiliates for one-voice approach.
  * Monitor, research, and analyze industry trends, competitive landscape, and consumer needs.
  * Support corporate strategic initiatives, cross-vehicle line studies, and innovation workshops.
  * Create reports and presentations for U.S. and Korean senior management.
  * Conduct benchmarking on HMG and competitor products.
  * Monitor vehicle feedback and recommend improvements and lifecycle actions.
  * Attend and support trade shows; report industry trends and insights to upper management.
  * Respond quickly to Korea R&D and HQ ad-hoc requests for info and analysis.
  * Support customer research (e.g., interviews, ethnography, spec reviews, focus groups, ride and drives).
  * Create and present market reports and sales analyses to senior management.

Up to 20% domestic and international travel.

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  Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
  5-10+ years of experience in Industry Analysis, Benchmarking, Innovation, Market Research, or Product Planning-ideally in the automotive industry.

  * Automotive experience may include: vehicle evaluation, component testing or teardown, competitive intelligence, program management, customer research, forecasting, strategic planning, quality, or vendor management.
  * Experience in data analysis. Especially valuable: IQS, NVCS, AutoKnowledge, AutoSource, AutoPacific, mTab, and secondary research.
  * Expert-level PowerPoint skills; proficient in Excel including pivot tables.
  * Proven communication and presentation skills, including report development and coordination of cross-functional teams.
  * Demonstrated ability to excel in both creative and analytical work.
  * Able to combine data, experience, judgment, and intuition to deliver insights and a compelling story.
  * Resilient, flexible, and able to adapt to rapidly changing business needs.
  * Passion for discovery and learning; driven by curiosity and a desire to go beyond the obvious.
  * Strong problem-solving skills, including identifying root causes and proposing solutions.
  * Comfortable with ambiguity; skilled at defining and managing scope, timing, and resources.
  * Self-directed.

  
  

• 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

• 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.