Genesis Design Center - Senior Professional, Design Program Management

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Until 9/20/2026 7+ years exp First posted July 22, 2026 Last posted July 22, 2026
Job description

Genesis Design Center - Senior Professional, Design Program Management

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) which Genesis Design Center is part of, is currently looking for a Senior Professional, Design Program Management at our El Segundo, CA facility who will:

  • Foster effective communication between relevant functions at Hyundai Motor Group headquarters in Korea and the U.S. Design Studio
  • Closely understand requirements and requests from global partner teams and clearly communicate them to designers
  • Actively support designers in identifying solutions that meet program, and development requirements
  • Coordinate and integrate input across NY Design program team.
  • Support alignment between design intent, development constraints, and executive-level expectations.
  • Manage the product budget with the expatriate and support them.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Manage end-to-end design projects throughout the mass-production vehicle development process
  • Establish, track, and coordinate design development timelines aligned with overall vehicle development schedules
  • Oversee and integrate design deliverables, issues, and key project updates across multiple programs
  • Coordinate agendas, materials, and content for design executive reviews and leadership reporting
  • Manage design-related materials and presentation assets for senior management communication
  • Identify and organize design issues requiring executive-level decision-making across projects
  • Support effective and timely design leadership decisions by providing clear options and recommendations
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth design project execution
  • Serve as a central point of contact for project-related design communication and coordination
  • To secure the product budget, communicate with the Namyang PM and plan the budget, drafting/submit the BUA.
  • Assist with executive travel support as needed 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

  • Educational Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in art Design, Business
  • Related Industry Experience Requirements:
    • 7+ years of Program/Project Manager
    • 5+ years of Car industry experience
    • 3+ years of experience Art design
    • 1+ years of experience Finance
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Bilingual in English and Korean 

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 (commensurate with experience)
    • Range of position: $76,000.00 ~ $109,000
  • 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.

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer included Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

About this role

Summary

Manage vehicle design projects, timelines, budgets, and communication across teams and executives.

Job title

Senior Professional, Design Program Management

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

El Segundo, CA; remote not specified

Salary

$76k–$109k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementdesign coordinationbudget managementcommunicationbilingual

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

designprogram managementvehicle developmentcross-functional coordinationbudget management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

El Segundo, CA, USA

Remote City