--- title: Off Road Manager at Hyundai Motor America description: Hyundai Motor America is hiring for the Off Road Manager role in California City, CA. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/off-road-manager-at-hyundai-motor-america-01a0b3de-79ca-79d0-85c8-b580a973140f date: 2026-11-15T02:15:10Z og_description: Join Hyundai Motor America as Off Road Manager in California City, CA. Pays $145K–$175K per year. Requires 3+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/uvdmie.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** | California City, CA | | **Salary** | $145K/yr - $175K/yr | | **Posted** | Nov 14, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** B · 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 $57,000 – $118,000 a year (median $83,000). ## Description ## **Off-Road Traction Manager** Purpose/ Summary: - Manage the off-road and traction performance development for all North American Market Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis vehicles - The multidisciplinary group is focused on longitudinal traction performance development through AWD & PE system calibration and on developing & validating hardware required to achieve the off-road performance target established for each vehicle program in North America. - The group’s main function of testing, calibrating, and developing the off-road and traction performance of HMG vehicles aligns with our corporate goal of delivering the best vehicles for the North American customer through regional technical leadership and global collaboration. ## **WHAT YOU WILL DO** Responsibilities: *A bulleted list of essential responsibilities for the role* - Manage the off-road and traction performance development group involved in the testing, development, and calibration of vehicle integrated off-road and AWD performance in all weather, road, and terrain conditions in North America: - * Off-Road performance integration and optimization * Traction performance related hardware and software performance development * AWD and driveline hardware and software performance development * BEV multi motor PE traction performance development * Off-road related hardware specification development and validation: Protection/Safety/Suspension/Tire/Brake/Body & Structure - Establish development directions, performance targets, and hardware specification requirements. - Provide technical guidance on software calibration for the development of off-road and traction performance. - Enhance North America market development guidelines for vehicle level integrated off-road performance and for each individual sub-system - Manage customer feedback research through J.D. Power IQS, Consumer Reports, and social media to identify areas for improvement. - Set up the group’s goals & objectives aligned with the corporate direction and facilitate the accomplishment of all objectives. - Plan and manage engineering resources include budget, human resources, test vehicles, etc. to successfully accomplish all engineering tasks and complete all development projects. - Continuously improve the group's testing resources, capabilities, and procedures. Mentor direct reports. - Manage vehicle test events including proving ground tests, off-road venue tests, and cross-functional seasonal tests (hot/cold). - Lead the investigation of industry trend through benchmarking of competitors' vehicles and off-road & AWD technologies. - Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing throughout the division and with counterparts in R&D Headquarters in Korea. - Collaborate with Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis North America Regional Headquarters in pre & post-production activities to enhance market competitiveness and brand value. - Manage the creation and presentation of clear & concise project status and technical reports. ## **WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE** **Educational Requirements:** Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field of study **Related Experience Requirements:** - 10+ years of relevant engineering experience in the automotive industry - 5+ years of demonstrated experience in vehicle dynamics, controls, off-road, and traction performance development - 3+ years of experience managing engineers and leading Off-Road and AWD performance development **Required Skills and Knowledge:** - Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, control systems, and AWD system performance development - Excellent computer skills and experience in in-vehicle off-road performance measurement - Experience in root cause analysis and problem-solving methods - Excellent written communication and presentation skills - Flexibility in handling multiple projects and changing priorities - Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams **Any Additional Certifications Required:** - Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record - Documented professional off-road vehicle driving experience ## **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 * Compensation Range: $145,000~$175,000 - Retirement savings and planning benefits - Flexible work hours - Access to health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts - Up to 20% travel (domestic and international) ## **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.* *Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.* ## Skills - Investigation - Performance Management - Performance Measurement - Suspension (Vehicle) - Microsoft Excel - Calibration - Problem Solving - Post-Production - Root Cause Analysis - Technical Writing - Driver's License - Market Development - Control Systems - Microsoft Word - Microsoft Dynamics - Collaboration - Microsoft Outlook - Benchmarking - Presentation Skills - Social Media - Microsoft Office - Store Presentation - Human Resources - Written Communication - Microsoft PowerPoint - Driving - Flexibility - Demonstration Skills ## Benefits - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Other Retirement and Savings - Flexible Work Schedules ## Related - [More jobs at Hyundai Motor America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hyundai-motor-company?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260749 jobs - [Motor Vehicle Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/motor-vehicle-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 41851 jobs - [Hyundai Motor America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hyundai-motor-company?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 245 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260749 jobs - [Motor Vehicle Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/motor-vehicle-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 41851 jobs - [Hyundai Motor America](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/hyundai-motor-company?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 245 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)