Principal Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer (EV / Hybrid Systems)

Stellantis NV

Auburn Hills, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Calibration, Coaching, Communication Skills, Control Engineering, Cross-Functional, Embedded Software, Leadership, Mentoring, Optimization Algorithm, Performance Management, Powertrain, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Propulsion, Software Engineering, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership
LOCATION
Auburn Hills, MI
POSTED
11 days ago

Stellantis is seeking a Principal Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer to serve as a technical leader within the Electrified Propulsion Controls Center of Excellence, driving the strategy, architecture, and delivery of advanced electrified powertrain systems.

In this role, you will define system-level control strategies and lead the development and integration of next-generation EV, BEV, REEV, and hybrid platforms, ensuring high-performance, scalable, and production-ready solutions.

The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in electrified propulsion controls, with strong experience shaping architecture, driving innovation, and leading complex global engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define control strategies and system architecture at the vehicle and system level

  • Lead development and integration across multiple electrified vehicle programs (BEV, REEV, HEV)

  • Drive complex control algorithm design, optimization, and performance improvements

  • Ensure system robustness across the full V-cycle (MIL, SIL, HIL, and vehicle validation)

  • Lead resolution of critical system issues and production challenges

  • Establish engineering standards, methods, and best practices

  • Drive innovation in advanced controls, including optimization and emerging approaches

  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to engineering teams

  • Collaborate with global stakeholders and executive leadership to align technical direction

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelors' degree in relevant engineering field

  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in controls/software engineering

  • Recognized expertise in propulsion control systems

  • Proven leadership in delivering production systems

  • Strong influence across organizations

  • Deep expertise in electrified powertrain systems and architectures

  • Advanced control theory and system optimization

  • Expert-level model-based development and embedded software

  • End-to-end V-cycle ownership

  • Extensive experience with validation, calibration, and diagnostics

  • Strong system integration and vehicle-level performance understanding

  • Soft and Leadership Skills

  • Technical authority and decision-making capability

  • Ability to lead global, cross-functional teams

  • Strong executive communication and reporting

  • Ability to lead crisis resolution and production issues

  • Strategic thinking and roadmap definition

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's or PhD in relevant engineering field

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