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SAPA Transmission

Powertrain Engineer

Utica, MI · On-site

Develop and maintain vehicle-level powertrain models (1D, multi-physics, and control-oriented) to ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.

SAPA Transmission

Powertrain Engineer

Utica, MI · On-site

Develop and maintain vehicle-level powertrain models (1D, multi-physics, and control-oriented) to ... Mentor junior engineers through technical guidance in modeling, simulation, and powertrain analysis.

Aquent

Fleet Support Engineer

Foster City, CA · On-site

$65.20 - $72.44/hr

Tune and validate powertrain control parameters to optimize performance and efficiency, pushing the ... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Automotive Engineering.

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Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer (BEV & ICE)

Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer (BEV & ICE)

Stellantis

Auburn Hills, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Stellantis rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 129 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 44 rated automakers

Job description

Join a fast-paced engineering team responsible for validating next-generation propulsion systems, including battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and internal combustion engines (ICE). You will help ensure high-quality powertrain software through rigorous validation, testing, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
  • Execute validation of powertrain control modules, including hardware, software, and calibrations
  • Perform testing in vehicle environments and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation systems
  • Develop and execute DVP&R test plans and procedures
  • Conduct initial root cause analysis and document test failures
  • Collaborate with Validation Project Chief and engineering teams to track and resolve issues
  • Support requirements-based testing, including traceability and coverage
  • Drive continuous improvement of validation processes and test strategies

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
  • Experience in powertrain or related engineering position
  • Experience with propulsion sub systems, verification or validation of powertrain control systems
  • Familiarity with requirements-based testing and test case development.
  • Familiarity with embedded controls, working with OBD and federal diagnostic requirements / diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)
  • Working knowledge of diagnostic tools ex. CDA, CAN/LIN communication protocols and how to interface with embedded devices
  • Familiarity with HIL Hardware in the loop Simulators (ex. dSPACE)
  • Good written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Must be able to legally drive a vehicle in the USA

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master of Science degree in Engineering
  • Some exposure to IBM ELM/ALM based tools such as but not limited to: DOORs, PTC Integrity, Rational Quality Manager (RQM), Rational Team Center (RTC) etc.
  • Demonstrated interest in powertrain and/or vehicle development
  • Some history of scripting/programming language interest (ex. Python, visual basic, etc.)

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