Propulsion Controls Systems Engineer (EV/Hybrid Powertrain Architecture)

Stellantisfinancialservices; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Propulsion Controls Systems Engineer to define and deliver end-to-end propulsion system architecture for electrified and hybrid powertrain technologies.

You will translate vehicle-level requirements into scalable system solutions, coordinating across software, hardware, controls, and verification activities with global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Controls Engineering.
• At least 1 year of propulsion controls / systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of Engine/Hybrid/BEV control systems; control algorithms and system behavior; requirements engineering and system architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain propulsion system architecture for control systems.
• Define concepts, use cases, and scenarios for electrified powertrains.
• Perform functional decomposition and allocate requirements across subsystems and components.
• Define end-to-end propulsion architecture across ECU, sensors, actuators, and networks.
• Contribute to propulsion control strategies and algorithms.
• Support requirements engineering, system modeling, and MBSE (SysML).
• Develop architecture artifacts: interface specs, EE network topology.
• Evaluate feasibility of vehicle-level objectives; provide design feedback.
• Define and document feature requirements and system behaviors.
• Develop DFMEA for assigned features.
• Support planning and deliverables with stakeholders.

Skills

Systems engineering

Architecture mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Controls Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD in Controls, Systems, or Automotive Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

SysML

Rhapsody

Cameo

DOORS

ENOVIA PLM

CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols

Job description

Overview

Stellantis’ Vehicle and Propulsion Controls organization is seeking a Propulsion Controls Systems Engineer to define and deliver end-to-end propulsion system architecture for next-generation electrified and hybrid powertrain technologies.

In this role, you will translate vehicle-level feature requirements into scalable, high-performance system solutions, ensuring alignment across software, hardware, controls, and physical system integration. You will play a key role in advancing propulsion control strategies and enabling modern EV, BEV, and hybrid vehicle platforms.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment and is passionate about solving complex technical challenges across global engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain operational, functional, and physical system architecture for propulsion control systems
• Define system concepts, use cases, and operational scenarios for electrified powertrain applications
• Perform functional decomposition and allocate requirements across subsystems and components
• Define end-to-end propulsion system architecture (functional and physical) across ECU, sensors, actuators, and networks
• Contribute to development and refinement of propulsion control strategies and algorithms
• Support requirements engineering, system modeling, and MBSE activities (SysML)
• Develop architecture artifacts including system definition documents, interface specifications, and EE network topology
• Evaluate feasibility of vehicle-level functional objectives and provide design feedback to vehicle engineering teams
• Define and document feature requirements and system behaviors
• Develop DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for assigned features
• Support planning and deliverables aligned with internal and external stakeholder requirements

Key Competencies

• Strong systems engineering and architecture mindset
• Deep understanding of propulsion controls, control algorithms, and calibration interactions
• Ability to lead and collaborate across global, cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical thinking with ability to evaluate design trade-offs
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, or Controls Engineering
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in propulsion controls / systems engineering
• Good domain knowledge in:
• Engine / Hybrid / BEV control systems
• Control algorithms and system behavior
• Requirements engineering and system architecture

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Controls, Systems, or Automotive Engineering
• Experience with:
• MATLAB/Simulink modeling and controls development
• MBSE (SysML, Rhapsody, Cameo)
• DOORS, ALM, PLM (ENOVIA)
• Knowledge of:
• CAN /LIN/Ethernet communication protocols
• Functional safety (ISO 26262)
• ASPICE / Stellantis SE processes