--- title: Kia Design Senior Studio Engineer description: Hyundai Motor America is hiring for the Kia Design Senior Studio Engineer role in Irvine, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/kia-design-senior-studio-engineer-at-hyundai-motor-america-01a0e21e-c476-713f-8ff7-a838b5d0f7f0 date: 2026-11-13T09:15:14Z og_description: Join Hyundai Motor America as Kia Design Senior Studio Engineer in Irvine, CA. Pays $130K–$170K per year. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/rysv59.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Hyundai Motor America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hyundai-motor-company?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Irvine, CA | | **Salary** | $130K/yr - $170K/yr | | **Posted** | Nov 13, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Hyundai Motor America. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Hyundai Motor America. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $85,000 – $99,000 a year (median $88,000). ## Description ## **JOB TITLE** Kia Design Center is seeking a studio engineer to bridge design and engineering for innovative, feasible vehicle concepts. ## **WHAT YOU WILL DO** - Design and engineer body structures and advanced packaging for concept programs.Create compelling and innovative technical concept proposals to drive new design solutions. - Interpret engineering requirements and translate them into 3D design guides, demonstrating a strong understanding of how legal, feasibility, and cost requirements correlate with design proportions and execution. - Ensure engineering requirement proposals align with Kia’s brand identity, feasibility standards, and regulatory compliance.Find innovative solutions to help designers meet production program engineering requirements. - Foster seamless communication between the Engineering Department in Korea and the US Design Team. - Create detailed studies and propose alternative technical solutions to support and enhance design concepts. - Create model check documents, generate design model and competitor comparisons, and effectively communicate results to design counterparts. - Organize and manage 2D and 3D production data.Analyze concepts through both 3D digital simulations and physical prototypes. - Proactively study and monitor new technologies and structures that could be implemented into design proposals. - Research new developments in platforms, engineering, and emerging technologies that could influence the design of future vehicles. **Project Collaboration & Team Contribution** - Collaborate with design, digital modeling, clay modeling, visualization, and global engineering teams to support project development up to design freeze. - Handle multiple engineering design tasks independently, ensuring timely delivery while coordinating cross-functional activities across departments. - Communicate technical information, project updates, and results clearly to project owners, leadership, and relevant stakeholders. - Coordinate show cars, special projects, and the organization of relevant project data on a technical level. - Support Kia’s long-term strategic vision by contributing to innovation and advanced design studies, while fostering strong collaboration in a multicultural, cross-functional environment. ## **WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE** - **Excellent communication skills** in both English and **Korean**. - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.3+ years of experience working in automotive engineering (Automotive design engineering experience preferred). - Deep understanding of vehicle architecture, engineering feasibility, and production constraints. - Strong appreciation for design and creative processes.Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., CATIA V6, NX, Solidworks, etc.) - CATIA V5 experience highly preferred. - Proven ability to manage 2–3 concurrent design tasks or projects efficiently.Proactive, independent, and collaborative working style. - Strong interpersonal skills to thrive in multicultural and cross-functional environments. ## **WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU** ***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 - California Annual Compensation Range: $130,000-$170,000. (please note, compensation ranges may vary) ## **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. 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