AI Systems Engineer

AI Systems Engineer

The Vehicle Architecture and Powertrain Matching (VA&M) Department is part of the Advanced Engineering Lab (AEL). The department focuses on defining critical powertrain requirements and developing advanced concepts for Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis products. The team develops analysis tools and models to support these efforts and leads AI and machine learning initiatives within HATCI.

The Position

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is currently looking for an AI Systems Engineer at our Superior Township, MI facility. This position builds and operates a secure, scalable on-premises AI platform that enables the development, deployment, and use of AI/ML models and large language models across the organization. It combines data engineering, software development, and cybersecurity to deliver reliable AI tools, APIs, workflows, and user-facing applications.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Core Responsibilities

• Deploy and secure an on-premises AI infrastructure for hosting large language models (LLMs), including GPU-enabled servers and model-serving environments.
• Install, configure, and maintain AI model-serving frameworks on internal GPU-enabled servers.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable APIs to enable secure internal access to AI capabilities and seamless integration with enterprise applications and data systems.
• Collaborate on the implementation of a Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline and AI agents to automate business workflows, including document analysis, knowledge retrieval, and task coordination.
• Integrate security controls throughout the platform, including database encryption, role-based access controls, API authentication and authorization, secure data transmission, infrastructure hardening, and frontend protections.
• Support departmental engineering planning, technology roadmaps, resource planning, and budget management in collaboration with management.
• Define and execute engineering goals and project plans aligned with the department’s strategic objectives.
• Communicate project status, technical decisions, milestones, and results through presentations and written documentation.
• Travel both domestically and internationally (up to 10%)

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

Basic Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or other related fields.
• Experience in systems engineering, DevOps and/or MLOps.
• Strong working knowledge of GPU-accelerated computing environments.
• Proficiency in Python for scripting, automation, and building AI/ML data pipelines.
• Experience with data modeling for machine learning and analytical workloads.
• Experience deploying LLMs or generative AI models in production environments.
• Working knowledge of RAG architectures, including vector databases, embedding models, and retrieval strategies.
• Working knowledge of AI agents and MCP servers.
• Valid Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in Computer Science or other related fields.
• Experience in Linux server administration.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Python, Node.js, TypeScript, React, Angular, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, or similar technologies.

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

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. VEVRAA Federal contractor.