Mr. Chang Yeon Cho currently serves as the Managing Director of Hyundai Motor India Engineering (HMIE),bringing a distinguished career with Hyundai that began in 1994.
Over the past three decades, he has developed robust expertise in transmission engineering design, electrified propulsion projects, and global R&D budgeting, while consistently promoting cross-cultural collaboration across international teams
In 2025, Mr. Cho undertook his first overseas leadership role at HMIE, advanced support services for research and development of Hyundai Motor Group in Hyderabad’s Hi-tech City, India’s booming IT hub.
He swiftly adapted to the organization’s dynamic operations and culture, which represents advanced support services in engineering design, quality enhancement, and computer-aided technologies for Hyundai-Kia Motors globally.
His leadership is grounded in clarity, accountability, sincerity, and innovation, with a strong commitment to embracing and upholding the Hyundai Way of working.
Vision and Support for HMIE
Mr. Cho envisions HMIE evolving into a full-scale support service hub leading compact car development tailored for emerging markets.
He actively supports HMIE’s role in providing cutting-edge research and development services, including Computer Aided Design (CAD), Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), vehicle evaluation, and certification activities.
Under his guidance, HMIE’s team of over 1200+ skilled engineers continue to build business acumen and technical expertise, fuelled by a culture of "Experience to Excellence" that values learning from real-world challenges, resilience through failures, and knowledge sharing.
With a focus on trust, collaboration and teamwork, alongside steadfast adherence to the Hyundai Way,
Mr. Cho drives HMIE toward sustained innovation and organizational success in the global automotive arena.
