Senior Powertrain Verification Engineer (BEV & ICE)

About the role

Join a high-impact Qualification Testing team focused on validating next-generation battery electric (BEV) and internal combustion (ICE) powertrain systems. In this role, you will identify, analyze, and isolate software and system issues across propulsion control systems, ensuring the delivery of reliable, high-quality vehicle software. You will work in a fast-paced engineering environment, collaborating across teams to validate cutting-edge vehicle technologies using both virtual and real-world testing environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute Design Verification Plans (DVPs) aligned with engineering and regulatory requirements
• Develop and validate test strategies across vehicle and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments
• Perform propulsion ECU and subsystem validation for both BEV and ICE architectures
• Analyze technical standards and documentation to support test development and execution
• Conduct root cause analysis and issue pre-analysis to identify software and system defects
• Identify edge cases and failure scenarios to ensure robust system validation
• Execute validation testing using HIL systems, simulation tools, and in-vehicle testing
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support debugging, issue resolution, and continuous improvement
• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and knowledge sharing across engineering teams

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or System Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience
• Fundamental knowledge of ICE and Electric automotive architecture
• Embedded software development background
• Analytical & interdisciplinary thinking, problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated and drive for results
• Collaborative mindset
• Self-reliant, well-structured, and organized working style
• Good communication skills and the ability to interface with internal stakeholders
• Good team working skills in an international environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or System Engineering
• Experience with HIL (Hardware in the Loop) Simulator (dSPACE) HW and SW test environment including Plant Models, Harnesses, Load boxes, FIUs, Controllers etc.
• Experience with ALM tools such as DOORs, PTC Integrity, Rational Quality Manager (RQM), Rational Team Center (RTC)
• Knowledgeable in CARB OBD and Federal Diagnostic requirements
• Experience with vehicle testing
• Knowledge of agile methodology to support/develop daily activities
• Knowledge of Automotive Network Communication (CAN, LIN…)
• Knowledge of SW analysis tools for electronic control unit/network (CANalyzer - Vector, INCA, etc.)
• Knowledge in model-based development with e.g. Matlab/Simulink
• Familiarity with Automotive Product Development V-Cycle

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional challenges.
• Family Building Benefit: Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 17+ paid holidays (including year-end shut-down), vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave.
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans: Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions, plus an employer contribution regardless of employee contributions.
• Income Protection & Insurance Options: Employer-provided and voluntary life insurance, group accident, critical illness, and other coverage options.
• Company Vehicle Lease Program: Eligible employees and their families can lease Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included, plus exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
• Support for Growth and Giving Back: Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing programs, and 18 paid volunteer hours annually.