Stellantis

Principal Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer (EV / Hybrid Systems)

Stellantis • $120K — $150K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326Hybrid
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field
  • Minimum of 7 years in controls/software engineering
  • Recognized expertise in propulsion control systems
  • Proven leadership in production systems delivery
  • Deep knowledge of electrified powertrain systems and architectures
  • Expertise in advanced control theory and system optimization
  • Experience with validation, calibration, and diagnostics

Responsibilities

  • Define control strategies and system architecture for electrified vehicles
  • Lead development and integration across BEV, REEV, HEV programs
  • Drive design and optimization of complex control algorithms
  • Ensure system robustness through full V-cycle validation
  • Resolve critical system issues and production challenges
  • Establish and promote engineering standards and best practices
  • Provide technical mentorship to engineering teams

Benefits

  • Collaborative global work environment
  • Opportunities for leadership development
  • Innovative projects in electrified vehicle technology
  • Impact on the future of automotive propulsion systems
  • Access to advanced engineering tools and methodologies
Full Job Description
In this role, you will define system-level control strategies and lead the development and integration of next-generation EV, BEV, REEV, and hybrid platforms, ensuring high-performance, scalable, and production-ready solutions.

The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in electrified propulsion controls, with strong experience shaping architecture, driving innovation, and leading complex global engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Define control strategies and system architecture at the vehicle and system level
  • Lead development and integration across multiple electrified vehicle programs (BEV, REEV, HEV)
  • Drive complex control algorithm design, optimization, and performance improvements
  • Ensure system robustness across the full V-cycle (MIL, SIL, HIL, and vehicle validation)
  • Lead resolution of critical system issues and production challenges
  • Establish engineering standards, methods, and best practices
  • Drive innovation in advanced controls, including optimization and emerging approaches
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to engineering teams
  • Collaborate with global stakeholders and executive leadership to align technical direction


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors' degree in relevant engineering field
  • A minimum of 7 years of experience in controls/software engineering
  • Recognized expertise in propulsion control systems
  • Proven leadership in delivering production systems
  • Strong influence across organizations
  • Deep expertise in electrified powertrain systems and architectures
  • Advanced control theory and system optimization
  • Expert-level model-based development and embedded software
  • End-to-end V-cycle ownership
  • Extensive experience with validation, calibration, and diagnostics
  • Strong system integration and vehicle-level performance understanding
  • Soft and Leadership Skills
  • Technical authority and decision-making capability
  • Ability to lead global, cross-functional teams
  • Strong executive communication and reporting
  • Ability to lead crisis resolution and production issues
  • Strategic thinking and roadmap definition


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's or PhD in relevant engineering field

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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