Stellantis

Senior Propulsion Systems Safety & Diagnostics Engineer

Stellantis • $100K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive systems or propulsion
  • Knowledge of ISO 26262 and OBD regulations
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and define functional safety and diagnostics requirements
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 and emissions regulations
  • Implement diagnostic strategies and fault monitoring
  • Review supplier diagnostic contributions and system integration
  • Lead validation planning and issues resolution
  • Support safety lifecycle activities for certification
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge propulsion system safety initiatives
  • Work on global regulatory compliance including ISO and emissions standards
  • Collaborative environment with cross-disciplinary engineering teams
  • Focus on both development and aftersales strategy for vehicle maintenance
  • Involvement in innovative car technologies including electrified powertrains
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Propulsion Systems Safety & Diagnostics Engineer to lead the development and integration of functional safety, on-board diagnostics (OBD), and aftersales requirements across propulsion systems.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of functional safety (ISO 26262), emissions compliance, diagnostics strategy, and serviceability, ensuring that vehicle systems meet global regulatory standards while delivering high performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, define, and own functional safety, OBD, and aftersales requirements for propulsion systems
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 26262 functional safety standards and global OBD/emissions regulations (CARB CCR 1968.2, UN R156, Euro 7)
  • Define and implement diagnostic strategies, including DTC definitions and fault monitoring concepts
  • Review and validate supplier diagnostic implementations and system integration
  • Lead validation planning, test execution, issue resolution, and requirements traceability
  • Support safety lifecycle activities, including concept development and certification readiness
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, software, calibration, and supplier teams
  • Contribute to aftersales and serviceability strategy to ensure effective vehicle maintenance and repair

Typical Deliverables:
  • Technical Safety Concepts (TSC) and safety requirements documentation
  • Diagnostic strategies, fault detection logic, and DTC definitions
  • Diagnostic matrices and technical specifications
  • Safety analyses (HARA, FTA, FMEA, FMEDA)
  • Validation plans, test reports, and compliance documentation
  • Aftersales service and diagnostic documentation


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or related field
  • Min 5 years of experience in automotive systems, propulsion or embedded control systems
  • Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262), diagnostics, and OBD regulations (CARB CCR 1968.2, UN156, Euro 7)
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced engineering degree
  • Experience in powertrain systems (ICE, hybrid, electrified)
  • Experience with diagnostic development, calibration tools, or validation (HiL)
  • Familiarity with Agile, ASPICE, or AUTOSAR
  • Experience working with suppliers and global regulatory processes

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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