Controls Validation Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV is seeking a Controls Validation Engineer to operate in a fast-paced team focused on isolating software bugs in electrified and ICE powertrains. You will develop DVPs, evaluate requirements, and define testing environments (HIL or vehicle) to ensure robust software for development fleets.

Key duties include OBD validation support, root-cause analysis, and testing propulsion architectures using HIL and actual vehicles. Remote-on-site flexibility is available as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, electrical, automotive engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and multi-project management.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills in a multi-cultural matrix organization.
• Professional communication and presentation skills (oral and written).
• Interest in working on HIL and vehicle platforms, on-site and remotely as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute DVPs for propulsion system requirements testing.
• Critically evaluate requirements, design DVPs, and conduct testing.
• Determine appropriate testing environments (e.g., HIL or vehicle).
• Support OBD diagnostic validation testing.
• Perform issue pre-analysis to identify root causes and solutions.
• Identify critical and edge-case maneuvers to expose potential failures.
• Conduct testing on propulsion system architectures using HIL and vehicles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field

Tools

HIL

CANoe

CANalyzer

INCA

CAPL

CAN protocols

Job description

TheQualification Testing: Hybrid & PMBD ICE(QTHP)teamoperatesin a fast-paced, dynamic environment within theVehicle & Propulsion Controlsdepartment. Our missionis to isolate software bugs inelectrified and ICE powertrains, ensuring the delivery of robust, high-quality software to the development fleet.

TheControls Validation Engineerrole is ideal for self-starters eager to develop a deep understanding ofpowertrain control subsystemsand contribute to delivering world-class vehicles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and executeDesign Verification Plans (DVPs) for propulsion system requirements testing.
• Critically evaluaterequirements, design DVPs, and conduct testing.
• Determinetheappropriate testingenvironmentfor each test case (e.g.,HILor vehicle).
• Support OBD diagnostic validation testing.
• Performissuepre-analysistoidentifypotential root causes and solutions.
• Identifycritical and edge-case maneuversto expose potential failures.
• Conduct testingon propulsion system architectures usingHardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and vehicles.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront ofpowertrain software validation, ensuring the performance and reliability ofcutting-edgevehicle technology.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degreein Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently or collaborativelyin a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective team playerwith strong interpersonal skills, comfortable in a multi-cultural matrix organization
• Professional communication and presentation skills(verbal and written)
• Interest in working on HIL and vehicle platforms, both on-site and remotely as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degreein Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with HIL and vehicle software validation testing methodologies
• Proficiencyin network protocols
• Strong understanding of propulsion system architectures
• Hands-on experience withCANoe, CANalyzer, and INCA tools
• Knowledge of hazard analysis criteria and electronicsExperience simulating CAN messages via CAPL
• Completion of regional high-voltage training courses
• Willingness to travel as needed