Senior Vehicle Access Engineer: RF, Digital Key & Security

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead Vehicle Access development, including RF receiver/transmitter modules, digital key systems, and ignition interfaces. You will validate interfaces, guide system design, and coordinate with Tier-1 suppliers to meet milestones.

The role requires deep expertise in CAN/LIN, BLE, NFC, and UWB, plus cybersecurity awareness per ISO/SAE 21434, with hands-on hardware, software release processes, and module validation at

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with 8+ years in Vehicle Access component development & releasing.
• In-depth knowledge of CAN, LIN, BLE, NFC and UWB technologies.
• Experience with secure key management, encryption, and authentication protocols.
• Familiarity with ISO/SAE 21434 automotive cybersecurity standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and system-level diagrams; experience with vehicle validation.
• Experience reviewing software code and test methods/reports; identify cost-reducing gaps.
• Experience with passive entry, passive start, Digital Key Systems, or RKE is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design/development of Vehicle Access devices and systems (RF modules, digital keys, ignition interfaces).
• Validate interfaces with other vehicle components and ensure system-level integration.
• Coordinate with Tier-1 suppliers to track program timing and deliverables.
• Support module validation for hardware and software and manufacturing builds.
• Meet program milestones and oversee release processes related to components and interfaces.

Skills

CAN/LIN/BLE/NFC/UWB

Security/encryption

ISO/SAE 21434 cybersecurity

Reading schematics

Vehicle access validation

Code review & testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Vector CAN tools

Job description

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead Vehicle Access development, including RF receiver/transmitter modules, digital key systems, and ignition interfaces. You will validate interfaces, guide system design, and coordinate with Tier-1 suppliers to meet milestones.

The role requires deep expertise in CAN/LIN, BLE, NFC, and UWB, plus cybersecurity awareness per ISO/SAE 21434, with hands-on hardware, software release processes, and module validation at