Hardware Electronics Design Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401k match

Company vehicle lease

Job summary

Stellantis NV is seeking a Hardware Development Engineer within the Hardware Electronics (HWE) group in Auburn Hills, MI. You will lead the end-to-end development, launch, and production of ZCU/BMS hardware for automotive systems, coordinating with project management, hardware design, SW, DV/PV, and EMS suppliers.

Responsibilities include defining HSIS, PF specs, and functional safety, while exploring scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering or similar field.
• 8+ years of electronics design experience.
• Experience with schematic capture and HSIS.
• Experience with automotive hardware development and validation.
• Knowledge of analog/digital design and power management.
• Experience with automotive safety standards (ISO 26262).
• Hands-on hardware testing with lab instruments.

Responsibilities

• Steer development, launch and production of ZCU/BMS hardware.
• Design and specify ZCU/BMS boards for automotive systems.
• Capture requirements and deliverables including PF, HSIS, and functional safety.
• Explore scalable architecture and next-gen hardware platforms.
• Ensure safety, performance, and schedule requirements for hardware.
• Support HW validation with DV/PV teams and EMS suppliers.
• Provide technical guidance and establish quality benchmarks.

Skills

Electrical design

Schematic capture

HSIS

CAN-FD

Ethernet

EMC/ESD

Functional safety

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium Design

Job description

Build your brand. Tell your story. Take advantage of a rare opportunity to start from the ground up and build something great. We are looking for technology game changers to lead Stellantis into a fundamental transformation within the automotive industry. Technology is going to disrupt the automotive industry significantly in the next decade and our organization is seeking high potential candidates to transform the company with a focus on the customer experience. Stellantis's Hardware Electronics (HWE) group was created to build the most captivating experiences in the latest frontier of Automotive Technology.

The main job responsibilities will be:

• Actively steer the development, launch and production of ZCU/BMS, overseeing all steps of the process and working closely with ZCU/BMS Project Management team, Hardware Platform Design (HWP) team, SW Development team, Product Validation (DV/PV) team, and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) suppliers.
• Contribute to specification and design of ZCU/BMS boards for automotive systems.
• Work with internal customers to understand and specify application requirements and deliverables, including Product Functional (PF) specifications, Hardware-Software interface specifications (HSIS) and functional safety.
• Supports in investigating scalable architecture alternatives and development paths for ZCU/BMS Hardware platforms.
• Support to establish scalability, cost, size, weight, power, performance, safety, and schedule requirements for next generation hardware platforms.
• Support the HW implementation of Cyber Security and Functional Safety requirements of ZCU/BMS.
• Leads to create Quality Benchmarks and Standards; provides technical perspective and expertise in terms of quality standards for internal technical teams, critical suppliers, and partners.
• Provide HW technical support for Design/Product Validation (DV/PV), working closely with STLA Product Validation (DV/PV) team, and Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) suppliers.
• The HW Development engineer is expected to be able to...
  • ...analyze schematics, analyze datasheets/user manuals, comprehend processor architecture, memory options and Automotive ICs, comprehend electrical I/O, comprehend automotive networks (CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet), analyze log files/traces.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering, electronics engineering or similar.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience working on Electronics Design
• Experience on Circuit simulations, Worst Case Circuit Analysis.
• Experience creating Hardware-Software Interface Specifications (HSIS).
• Experience with Schematic Capture software and eBOM variant handling.
• Hands-On and Industry Relevant Experience in electronic hardware development.
• Strong knowledge of Analog and digital design and circuit analysis (Power management ICs, HSD, LSD, Smart drivers, MCU, digital logics, etc.)
• Experience with Supporting HW component validation (Electrical, EMC, ESD, Environmental)
• Hands-on Hardware testing experience using lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic loads, signal generators, spectrum analyzers.
• Strong teamwork and excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advance degree in Electronics engineering.
• Experience with HW Development for Automotive products on Tier1 or tier 2.
• Experience designing electronics that operates from -40°C to 105°C ambient temperature.
• Experience with Altium Design Schematic capture and Variations handling.
• Knowledge of applicable safety standards including ISO 26262
• Experience on D-FMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)
• Familiar with Automotive industry standards for electronics (including automotive EMC/EMI and Environmental Test Standards), design factors of safety, and product verification is desired.
• Solid understanding of system/component design
• Solid understanding of HSD, LSD, H-Bridges, Half-Bridge.
• Solid understanding of ETH/CAN FD/LIN/LVDS communication protocols and troubleshooting tools.

Critical Character Traits to Ensure Success:

• Ability to think outside-the-box in high pressure situations
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented problem-solver
• Self-confident/empowered to deliver on daily basis.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently given minimal supervision/direction
• Ability to identify potential developmental roadblocks and escalat to management
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and task leader
  • This includes requesting assistance from, and likewise helping, team members regardless of whether the topic is related to your assigned work or not
• Respect and understanding of the Customer/Supplier relationship while embracing partnership and collaboration
• Ability to present concepts, strategies, and project status to a large group of people.

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.