Validation Project Chief

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and well-being

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stellantis NV is seeking an EE Validation Project Chief (VPC) to lead electrical system validation across vehicle programs while ensuring alignment with quality, timelines, and cost objectives. You will coordinate the validation lifecycle and serve as the principal interface between EEVI and program stakeholders.

The role oversees budgets, resources, and deliverables, drives issue resolution, and supports EMC testing and EOL development, with a focus on publishing validated software for broad

Qualifications

• _bs in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field_
• Minimum 5 years in automotive electrical systems design, development, or validation
• Proven experience in managing validation programs, budgets, and resources
• Strong understanding of DVP&R development and execution
• Effective communication and leadership for cross-functional teams
• Experience with CAN bus systems and diagnostic tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)
• Familiarity with electrical debugging tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, current probes)

Responsibilities

• Lead liaison between EEVI and Project Responsible for specific vehicle programs.
• Develop and maintain program budgets, timelines, and validation plans.
• Define and manage ECU tracking and Design Verification Plans (DVP).
• Coordinate build and commissioning of test properties and determine vehicle count for validation.
• Manage manpower assessments, vehicle requests, test property readiness, and deliverables.
• Collect and distribute software readiness reports (SRRs) and CVVRs.
• Lead validation planning for change requests, bulletins, and series cards affecting budgets and timing.
• Maintain and update vehicle configurations, scan reports, and programming data.
• Oversee test property reservations and timely updates before validation loops.
• Support vehicle-level EMC testing and End-of-Line tester development.
• Drive issue resolution through GIMS and other systems.
• Represent EEVI in program reviews, quality meetings, and at assembly plants.
• Ensure timely completion of compliance reports and lessons learned.
• Publish validated software for use across development fleets.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Master’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

CANoe

CANalyzer

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Current probes

Job description

Stellantis is seeking an EE Validation Project Chief (VPC) to lead and coordinate electrical system validation activities across vehicle programs. The VPC ensures project development aligns with quality, timing, and cost objectives while maintaining compliance with technical requirements. This role serves as the primary interface between the EE Validation & Industrialization (EEVI) team and program stakeholders, managing deliverables, resources, and technical issue resolution throughout the validation lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the liaison between EEVI and Project Responsible (PR) for specific vehicle programs.
• Develop and maintain program budgets, timelines, and validation plans.
• Define and manage ECU tracking and Design Verification Plans (DVP).
• Coordinate the build and commissioning of test properties (Plywood Buck, VHIL, HIL, vehicles), and determine vehicle count/needs for validation, obtain approval and submit vehicle requests.
• Manage manpower assessments, vehicle requests, test property readiness, vehicle program deliverables and overall ownership of program plan execution.
• Collect and distribute software readiness reports (SRRs) and Component Version Verification Reports (CVVRs).
• Lead validation planning for change requests, bulletins, and series cards assessing the impact to the budget (manpower, equipment, vehicles, etc.) and program timing.
• Maintain and update vehicle configurations, scan reports, and key programming data.
• Oversee test property reservations and ensure timely updates before validation loops.
• Support vehicle-level EMC testing and End-of-Line (EOL) tester development.
• Drive issue resolution through GIMS and other issue management systems.
• Represent EEVI in program reviews, quality meetings, and at assembly plants.
• Ensure timely completion of compliance reports and support lessons learned processes.
• Publish validated software for use across development fleets.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related degree field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive electrical systems design, development, or validation.
• Proven experience in managing validation programs, budgets, and resources.
• Strong understanding of DVP&R development and execution.
• Effective communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Experience with CAN bus systems and diagnostic tools (e.g., CANoe, CANalyzer).
• Familiarity with electrical debugging tools (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope, current probes).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a related engineering field.
• Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Vehicle-Hardware-in-the-Loop (VHIL) systems.
• Demonstrated success in issue resolution and process improvement initiatives.
• Certified problem-solving skills (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt).
• Experience supporting vehicle launch, EMC testing, and EOL development.
• Knowledge of software validation processes and publishing validated software.

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:

• 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.