Sr. Technical Analysis Manager
Company: Kia Motors America
Location: Irvine
Posted on: February 23, 2021
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Job Description:
At Kia, we're creating award-winning products and redefining
what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special
group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our
culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people
thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We
are creating something special here, a culture of learning and
opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most
importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.
Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including
premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your
dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary
deferral, and time off starting at 14 days per year. Kia also
offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday
shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at
our corporate campus in Irvine, California. Status Exempt Summary
Monitor Kia vehicle performance conditions in the field regarding
potential safety and reliability. Provide technical support to
Consumer Affairs for vehicle claim resolution, perform vehicle
inspections to support consumer claims defense and Lemon Law and
warranty claim analysis. Provide technical support to KMA Legal and
outside counsel for claims and lawsuit matters. This position also
provides oversight for the technical analysis engineer position by
training and supervision for accident and fire vehicle inspection.
Provide deposition and trail testimony in Kia vehicle legal
matters. Major Responsibilities Priority Major Responsibility % 1st
Monitor Consumer Affairs, Warranty Data, Techline cases, and
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data, etc. to
identify potential Kia vehicle safety and reliability concerns.
Summarize and communicate potential concerns to management. 30% 2nd
Review Consumer Affairs (CA) injury accident claims and vehicle
fire claims. Provide technical recommendations to resolve CA
accident and fire claims. 15% 3rd Perform Kia vehicle inspections
in the field for injury accident and fire claims. Accident claim
vehicles are inspected to determine if vehicle systems performed
properly. Vehicle and occupant kinematics, dynamics, biomechanics,
physics and accident Event Data Recorder data are used to analyze
vehicle and occupant motion, damage and injury causation to
evaluate vehicle performance to resolve claims. Fire claim
inspections are performed to determine fire origin and root cause.
National Fire Protection Association fire science principles and
guidelines and the scientific method are followed to arrive at fire
origin and root cause determinations for claim resolution. 15% 4th
Provide technical assistance to KMA Legal and outside counsel for
claims and lawsuit case defense and trial preparation-- 15% 5th
Manage the Technical Analysis Engineers. Provide training and
supervision for accident and fire vehicle inspection, analyzing
vehicle accident performance and fire origin and root cause. Review
and assist with the Technical Analysis Engineer's conclusions and
recommendations. 15% 6th Provide corporate and technical expert
witness testimony in depositions and trials to assist in the
aggressive defense of Kia products. 10% Education/Certification
Skills Automotive technical knowledge - body, chassis, power train,
brakes, electrical, safety system. Strong written and verbal
communication skills. Strong analytical skills with demonstrated
ability to interpret and summarize data into meaningful
information. Working knowledge of statistical and in-life analysis
using Weibull software Ability to work and communicate clearly with
members of various KMNA/KMA Departments. Advanced knowledge of
standard PC software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) CHALLENGE -
Solving Complex Problems COLLABORATION - Building and Supporting
Teams CUSTOMER - Serving Customers GLOBALITY - Showing Community
and Social Responsibility PEOPLE - Interacting with People at
Different Levels Adapting to Change Championing Customer Needs
Communicating Effectively Delivering High Quality Work
Entrepreneurial Thinking Developing Talent Driving Continuous
Improvement Inspiring and Motivating Others Managing Risk Setting a
Strategic Vision KMA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO)
to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to
race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, including
pregnancy and childbirth and related medical conditions, gender,
gender identity, gender expression, age, legally protected physical
disability or mental disability, legally protected medical
condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or
medical leave status, protected veteran or military status, genetic
information or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law. KMA complies with applicable law governing non-discrimination
in employment in every location in which KMA has offices. The KMA
EEO policy applies to all areas of employment, including
recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits,
discipline, termination and all other privileges, terms and
conditions of employment. Disclaimer: The above information on this
job description has been designed to indicate the general nature
and level of work performed by employees within this classification
and for this position. It is not designed to contain or be
interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned
to this job.
Nearest Major Market: Irvine California
Nearest Secondary Market: Los Angeles
Job Segment: Information Technology, IT Manager, Engineer,
Electrical, Manager, Technology, Engineering, Management
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