Sr. Vehicle Features & Energy Conversion Engineer

Stellantis NV

Auburn (AL)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off 17+ holidays

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Family Building Benefit

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, AL seeks a Gasoline Engine Controls Development Engineer to design and improve production algorithms for automotive powertrains. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and utilizes vehicle, HIL, dyno, and virtual environments within the V-model process to ensure robust, validated software.

The successful candidate will guide control strategy choices, implement efficient designs, and validate performance against requirements across virtual and real-world

Qualifications

BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related field).
8+ years of relevant experience.
Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines.
Knowledge of modern and classical control principles.
Experience with data acquisition and processing.
Working knowledge of engine development, emissions development, and related technologies.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent teamwork and ability to work independently.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Develop new features and enhance existing control algorithms for gasoline engines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and interface with systems and calibration teams.
Implement designs efficiently and validate them against requirements in virtual and physical environments.
Provide technical guidance, training, and act as an expert in control engineering.
Develop plans, track progress, and present technical reports to management and project chiefs.
Contribute to control strategy design to meet functional objectives within program timelines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Advanced simulation tools

IBM RTC

AUTOSAR

Job description

The Gasoline Engine Controls Development Engineer is responsible for developing new features and enhancing existing algorithms. This role involves working closely with a cross‑functional team and utilizing various tools (vehicle, HIL, dyno, virtual environments, rapid prototyping) through the V‑model software development process to ensure the quality and robustness of production algorithms.

The controls engineer will interface with systems and calibration teams to fully understand requirements, develop implementation strategies, assess compliance and robustness, ensure ease of calibration, and document impacts against regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include implementing designs efficiently and validating them against requirements in both virtual and physical environments throughout the production process. The controls engineer is also expected to provide technical guidance, training, and act as an expert in their field of specialization.

Controls algorithm development typically begins as an advanced effort but must ultimately meet program timelines and conform to high‑level functional requirements.

The successful candidate will ensure projects remain on track by developing plans, tracking progress, and presenting technical reports to management and project chiefs. They will also actively participate in decision‑making regarding control strategy design to achieve functional objectives.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related field
8 years of relevant experience
Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines
Knowledge of modern and classical control principles
Experience in data acquisition, including collecting and processing data
Working knowledge of engine development, emissions development, engine technologies, and competitive products
Outstanding problem‑solving and analytical skills
Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently
Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with powertrain development (systems, controls, calibration)
Proficiency with advanced simulation tools
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink
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)

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.

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 included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

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

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions: