Lead Gasoline Engine Controls Engineer (SME)

Stellantisfinancialservices; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantisfinancialservices is seeking a highly experienced Gasoline Engine Controls SME to lead development and implementation of advanced engine control algorithms for spark-ignited powertrain systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced Agile environment to deliver production-ready software.

Responsibilities include designing AUTOSAR-compliant SWCs, integrating CAN communications, and validating control strategies using MIL/HIL and in-vehicle testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with controls/calibration of gasoline spark-ignition engines.
• 7+ years of experience in engine development, emissions development, engine technologies, and competitive products.
• Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines.
• Knowledge of modern and classical control principles.
• Experience in data acquisition, including collecting and processing data.
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance gasoline engine control algorithms across the full V-model development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with systems, calibration, and software teams to define requirements and implementation strategies.
• Design and implement AUTOSAR-compliant software components and interfaces (SWCs, ARXML).
• Analyze and integrate CAN communication (DBC files) and ECU interfaces across vehicle architectures.
• Develop and validate control strategies using MIL, HIL, dyno, and in-vehicle testing environments.
• Support diagnostics implementation including OBD, DIDs, PIDs, and fault handling strategies.
• Define software architecture, feature variants, and memory optimization strategies.
• Generate software builds and validate integration using embedded systems and rapid prototyping.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including CFTS, CCDD, DVP&R, and ADD.
• Lead design reviews and provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and program reviews.
• Track feature delivery, ensure quality standards, and support regulatory compliance requirements.

Skills

Engine controls expertise

Spark-ignition engine knowledge

Automotive software development

C/C++ programming

MIL/HIL testing

System architecture

Agile/Scrum

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (ABET-accredited)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow

CANalyzer

ETAS ISOLAR

GIT

IBM RTC

TeamCity

Doors Next Generation (DNG)

CAN/LIN tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Gasoline Engine Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development and implementation of advanced engine control algorithms for spark-ignited powertrain systems. This role plays a critical part in delivering robust, production-ready software by working across cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance gasoline engine control algorithms across the full V-model development lifecycle
• Collaborate with systems, calibration, and software teams to define requirements and implementation strategies
• Design and implement AUTOSAR-compliant software components and interfaces (SWCs, ARXML)
• Analyze and integrate CAN communication (DBC files) and ECU interfaces across vehicle architectures
• Develop and validate control strategies using MIL, HIL, dyno, and in-vehicle testing environments
• Support diagnostics implementation including OBD, DIDs, PIDs, and fault handling strategies
• Define software architecture, feature variants, and memory optimization strategies
• Generate software builds and validate integration using embedded systems and rapid prototyping
• Create and maintain technical documentation including CFTS, CCDD, DVP&R, and ADD
• Lead design reviews and provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders and leadership
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and program reviews
• Track feature delivery, ensure quality standards, and support regulatory compliance requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree in the related field from an accredited university, with experience in controls / calibration of gasoline spark-ignition engines
• 7+ years of experience in engine development, emissions development, engine technologies, and competitive products
• Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines
• Knowledge of modern and classical control principles
• Experience in data acquisition, including collecting and processing data
• Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, automotive engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university
• Experience with powertrain development (systems, controls, calibration)
• Proficiency with advanced simulation tools
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Experience with Application Lifecycle Management (IBM RTC) tools
• Familiarity with ASPICE processes for software development
• Experience with AUTOSAR-compliant software architecture
• Knowledge of proactive/reactive quality tools (DFSS, DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.)
• Knowledge of Electric/Electronic Vehicle Architectures and Networking.
• Knowledge of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) standards and architecture.
• Knowledge of Product Line Engineering principles.
• Knowledge of the SystemDesk and ETAS ISOLAR tools.
• Knowledge of the GIT tool for the versioning and storage of the artifacts.
• Knowledge of the integration pipeline tools (e.g. TeamCity).
• Knowledge of Requirement Management tools like Doors Next Generation (DNG).
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN communication protocols design & measurement tools like CANalyzer.
• Knowledge of programming languages like C/C++, Python, and auto coding tools like Embedded Coder.