Senior Automotive Hardware Architect – Propulsion Controller

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Family-building benefit

Generous PTO

Retirement savings plan

Vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, Michigan seeks a senior engineer to drive semiconductor sourcing for propulsion and EV powertrain electronics. You will collaborate with HW/SW architecture, safety engineers and purchasing to ensure components meet performance, reliability and cost targets.

You will propose MCU/MPU, PMIC, SiC/GaN power devices, CAN/LIN/Ethernet transceivers, and drive the roadmap for STLA Propulsion controllers while leading RFI/RFQ processes in a cross-functional agile team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive embedded electronics designs or hardware/system architecture.
• Knowledge/Experience of propulsion and battery domain ECU design, development, and testing.
• Strong teamwork spirit; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently in a global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Specialized in selecting and recommending next generation semiconductor solutions for centralized electronic brains that power propulsion.
• Collaborate with vehicle architecture/system design, safety engineering and purchasing to ensure components meet performance, reliability, and cost targets.
• Recommend application-specific electronic components (MCU/MPU, SBC/PMIC, Power FETs, CAN/LIN & Ethernet) for EV propulsion and charging.
• Benchmark new semiconductor technology and integrate into the STLA Propulsion product roadmap.
• Lead semiconductor sourcing (RFI/RFC/RFQ) from requirements capture to supplier shortlisting.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 and AEC-Q100 safety standards.
• Support HW Engineering during design phases, system architecture definitions and ECU development.
• Drive HW architecture decisions for the STLA Propulsion Controller system to deliver scalable, cost-optimized platforms.
• Collaborate in a Scaled Agile product delivery team with cross-functional peers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent Engineering

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.

The main job responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Specialized in selecting and recommending next generation semiconductor solution for centralized electronic brains that control electric, internal combustion and Hybrid vehicle powertrains (traction inverters, battery management, and DC-DC converters) and ensuring high-quality, seamless integration with vehicle technology.
• This role involves working closely with vehicle Architecture/system Design (HW/SW), safety engineer & Buyer/purchasing ensuring that the chosen components meet the performance, reliability, and cost (QCTP) requirements of the applications.
• Technical expertise in recommending and proposing the application specific (Propulsion) critical electronic components such as MCU/MPU, SBC/PMIC, Power FETs (SiC, GaN.), LSD/HSD/H-bridge etc., Power line communication (PLC) for EV charging application and other communication transceivers (CAN, LIN & Ethernet) etc...
• Benchmarking the new semiconductor technology and introduce in STLA Propulsion product roadmap.
• Specialized in leading the semiconductor Sourcing process (RFI/RFC/RFQ)àFrom Technical requirements capture to until supplier technical assessment/shortlist.
• Familiarity with relevant automotive safety, security and quality standards, such as ISO 26262 and AEC-Q100.
• Work proactively with silicon vendor partners to drive design features and technology road map.
• Support HW Engineering group during advanced design phases, system architecture definitions and ECU development / Qualifications.
• Drive the HW architecture decision for the next generation STLA Propulsion Controller system/hardware architecture, taking consideration of key KPIs that deliver scalable, reusable and cost optimized platforms.
• Collaborate in a Scaled Agile product delivery team, comprised of cross-functional company peers to continuously prioritize, refine, and deploy component.
• Understand Stellantis Propulsion domain team requirements, project milestones, technology relevance.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical/Electronics, Telecommunication, or equivalent Engineering
• A minimum 5 years of experience in automotive embedded electronics designs or hardware/system architecture role
• Knowledge/Experience of propulsion and battery domain ECU design, development, and testing.
• Strong teamwork spirit; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently in a global team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or automotive (preferred) area (TIER1, TIER2)
• Experience in Power electronics and EV application.
• Knowledge of safety standards including ISO 26262, Euro NAP, and Security regulations
• Solid understanding of embedded electronics design constraints at the component and system level.

Critical Character Traits To Ensure Success

• Be curious
• Ability to think outside-the-box in high pressure situations
• Ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented problem-solver
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently given minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and task leader
• Respect and understanding of the Customer/Supplier relationship while embracing partnership
• Ability to present concepts/strategies/project status to large groups

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. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.

Family Building Benefit

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

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 both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

• 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.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

EOE / Disability / Veteran