IT (AI) Strategy Engineer I

IT Strategy Engineer – AI & Digital Transformation

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is advancing its digital transformation journey to improve how work is performed across engineering, research, and business functions.

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape how organizations operate, HATCI is seeking an IT Strategy Engineer to help identify opportunities, develop technology roadmaps, and drive business transformation through digital technologies, automation, and AI.

This role is not responsible for developing AI models. Instead, the successful candidate will focus on evaluating emerging technologies, enabling enterprise adoption, transforming business processes, and ensuring alignment with Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) global initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong business and technology acumen, understands the rapidly evolving AI landscape, and is passionate about applying technology to create measurable business value.WHAT YOU WILL DO

Drive Digital Transformation & Business Innovation

Identify opportunities to improve business processes, collaboration, productivity, and operational efficiency through digital technologies, automation, and AI

Collect, evaluate, and prioritize transformation opportunities across business units

Develop technology roadmap aligned with business objectives and enterprise strategy

Identify measurable business outcomes and success metrics for transformation initiatives

Support organizational change management and digital adoption efforts

Lead AI Adoption & Emerging Technology Strategy

Monitor AI, Generative AI, automation, and emerging technology trends relevant to enterprise environments

Evaluate AI platforms, digital tools, and enterprise solutions to identify practical business applications

Develop AI adoption strategies and implementation roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities

Serve as an internal advisor on AI opportunities, risks, limitations, and best practices

Promote responsible and business-focused adoption of AI capabilities across the organization

Bridge Business and IT

Act as a strategic liaison between business teams, IT, and Cybersecurity

Translate business challenges into scalable technology-enabled solutions

Facilitate cross-functional discussions to align stakeholders on priorities, requirements, and execution plans

Support business case development, executive reporting, and strategic planning activities

Align with HMG Global Initiatives

Ensure local technology initiatives align with Hyundai Motor Group's global Digital Transformation, IT, and AI/AX strategies

Partner with HMG headquarters and global affiliates to identify reusable solutions, best practices, and strategic opportunities

Promote standardization and reduce duplication of technology investments across regions

Help drive adoption of global platforms and initiatives where appropriate

Support Governance & Responsible Technology Use

Support governance frameworks for AI and emerging technologies

Recommend balanced approaches that enable innovation while protecting enterprise information assets

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

5+ years of experience in IT strategy, digital transformation, enterprise technology, solution engineering, program management, or related fields

Experience working across both business and technical organizations

Demonstrated interest, experience, or involvement in AI, automation, or emerging digital technologies

Strong understanding of enterprise IT systems, SaaS platforms, and technology adoption practices

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Ability to analyze business challenges and translate them into practical technology solutions

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in consulting, technology strategy, digital transformation, enterprise architecture, or technology program management
• Experience evaluating, implementing, or driving adoption of AI, intelligent automation, or related technologies
• Familiarity with enterprise AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT Enterprise, Google Vertex AI, or similar platforms
• Experience collaborating with global teams and multinational organizations
• Exposure to cybersecurity, governance, compliance, or risk management concepts
• Experience within automotive, engineering, R&D, or manufacturing environments
• WHAT HYUNDAI CAN OFFER YOU
• 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.