Description
At Astemo, our technologies shape the way the world moves—from Powertrain & Safety Systems, Chassis, Motorcycle to Software and Aftermarket businesses.
With operations all over the world, a deep commitment to safety and sustainability, we’re building the future of mobility through innovation and cross-border collaboration.
We are currently seeking a Technical Lead for Vehicle Brake Control Functions to join our R&D organization. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to the development of world-class products that deliver both safety and performance.
Your Core Responsibilities Include
- Lead the development, tuning, and continuous improvement of vehicle brake control functions, including BCU (base braking/standstill) and ESC features.
- Define system requirements, specifications, and functional architectures while ensuring consistency, traceability, and technical justification.
- Contribute to the development of next-generation braking concepts enabled by EHB, EMB, and hybrid brake-by-wire technologies.
- Provide technical leadership and arbitration on key control strategy, system architecture, and integration decisions.
- Lead and develop a team of system engineers in Europe through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on technical guidance.
- Ensure alignment and effective collaboration with the corresponding engineering team in China, promoting common methodologies and deliverables.
- Oversee software integration, verification, validation, and vehicle tuning activities on both test benches and development vehicles.
- Support prototype vehicle preparation, customer demonstrations, and technical presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
- Promote ASPICE-aligned development practices, Model-Based Design approaches, and engineering excellence across projects.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance development efficiency, validation methods, and team effectiveness.
Profile And Qualifications
- Engineering degree in Mechatronics, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Vehicle Dynamics, or a related discipline.
- Proven expertise in vehicle brake control functions, including experience with at least two ESC functions.
- Proven hands-on experience owning the development, calibration, and release of at least two ESC functions through complete vehicle application programs, from concept and integration through validation and production release
- Strong knowledge of System Engineering principles, requirements management, and Model-Based Design methodologies.
- Solid understanding of chassis technologies, including braking, steering, and suspension systems.
- Practical experience with embedded systems, electronics, simulation environments, and control algorithms.
- Familiarity with system architecture, configuration management, and requirements management tools.
- Knowledge of Functional Safety standards
- Experience working within international, multi-site, and matrix organizations, including influencing teams without direct reporting lines.
- Committed to developing others through coaching, knowledge sharing, and transparent collaboration, fostering a team environment where expertise is broadly accessible and continuously strengthened.
- Fluent English communication skills and willingness to travel, including participation in winter test campaigns.
Salary
Based on experience: 80k-90k + bonus
Your future workplace
Drancy (Paris) or Heilbronn (Germany)
- Part of Astemo’s global R&D organization developing advanced chassis and brake control technologies.
- International and multicultural environment with close collaboration across Europe, China, and Japan.
- Opportunity to contribute to the future of brake-by-wire and vehicle dynamics control systems.
- Exposure to cutting-edge mobility technologies, vehicle development programs, and global engineering networks.
- Access to state-of-the-art vehicle testing environment near Paris, France
At Astemo, engineering excellence isn’t just about capability—it’s about purpose. Guided by our MISSION “We will contribute to a sustainable society and improved quality of life by providing world-leading advanced mobility solutions”, our VISION “Safety and Freedom for the world through Mobility. Onward with Astemo”, and our VALUES—Innovation, DE&I, Agility, Leadership Integrity and Collaboration—we work every day to create technologies that matter.