Senior Powertrain Verification Engineer (BEV & ICE)

Stellantis; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn, Alabama is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Qualification Testing team. You will focus on validating next-generation battery electric and internal combustion powertrain systems. Responsibilities include designing verification plans, developing test strategies, and collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality vehicle software.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in engineering and has at least 5 years of experience in automotive architecture and embedded software development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience required.
• Self-motivated with collaborative mindset.
• Ability to interface with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute Design Verification Plans.
• Develop and validate test strategies across vehicle environments.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify software defects.

Skills

ICE and Electric automotive architecture

Embedded software development

Analytical & interdisciplinary thinking

Good communication skills

Agile methodology knowledge

Education

Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or System Engineering

Tools

HIL Hardware in the loop Simulator (dSPACE)

DOORs

CANalyzer - Vector

Job description

Join a high-impact Qualification Testing team focused on validating next-generation battery electric (BEV) and internal combustion (ICE) powertrain systems. In this role, you will identify, analyze, and isolate software and system issues across propulsion control systems, ensuring the delivery of reliable, high-quality vehicle software. You will work in a fast-paced engineering environment, collaborating across teams to validate cutting-edge vehicle technologies using both virtual and real-world testing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute Design Verification Plans (DVPs) aligned with engineering and regulatory requirements
• Develop and validate test strategies across vehicle and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments
• Perform propulsion ECU and subsystem validation for both BEV and ICE architectures
• Analyze technical standards and documentation to support test development and execution
• Conduct root cause analysis and issue pre-analysis to identify software and system defects
• Identify edge cases and failure scenarios to ensure robust system validation
• Execute validation testing using HIL systems, simulation tools, and in-vehicle testing
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support debugging, issue resolution, and continuous improvement
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and knowledge sharing across engineering teams

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or System Engineering or related degree field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience
• Fundamental knowledge of ICE and Electric automotive architecture
• Embedded software development background
• Analytical & interdisciplinary thinking, problem solving skills
• Self-motivated and drive for resultsCollaborative mindset
• Self-reliant, well-structured and organized working style
• Good communication skills and the ability to interface with internal stakeholders
• Good team working skills in an international environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or System Engineering
• Experience with HIL Hardware in the loop Simulator (dSPACE) HW and SW test environment including Plant Models, Harnesses, Load boxes, FIUs, Controllers etc.
• Experience with ALM tools such as but not limited to: DOORs, PTC Integrity, Rational Quality Manager (RQM), Rational Team Center (RTC) etc.
• Knowledgeable in CARB OBD and Federal Diagnostic requirements
• Experience with vehicle testing
• Knowledge of agile methodology to support/develop the daily activities
• Knowledge of Automotive Network Communication (CAN, LIN…)
• Knowledge of SW analysis tool for electronic control unit/network (CANalyzer - Vector, INCA, etc.)
• Knowledge in model-based development with e.g. Matlab/Simulink
• Familiarity of Automotive Product Development V-Cycle