Powertrain V&V Architect

Are you passionate about embedded systems, software quality and advanced validation strategies?

Do you want to make a real impact on the robustness and performance of next-generation powertrain systems?

Join a leading industrial Group and become part of an international team where innovation, technical excellence and structured engineering practices are key drivers.

As a Powertrain V&V Architect you will play a strategic role in the qualification and validation of powertrain control systems, leveraging industry-standard methodologies such as DFSS and SBT to ensure high levels of quality, reliability and performance.

Your role:

You act as:

• A technical reference in validation and testing
• A driver of testing methodologies and standards
• A cross-functional enabler across projects and global teams

Key responsibilities

• Define and lead test strategies
• Develop and maintain detailed test plans, ensuring robust, traceable and requirement-compliant validation.
• Provide technical expertise to Verification & Validation (V&V) teams through functional analysis, technical support and project guidance.
• Analyze and resolve complex technical issues in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and partners.
• Ensure the quality and reliability of validation activities, based on test results, KPIs and validation reports.
• Structure and enhance testing methods and standards, driving continuous improvement and industrialization.
• Define required competencies for V&V activities and contribute to capability development.
• Design and deploy technical and methodological training programs at a global level.
• Contribute to validation planning, working closely with project teams to achieve QCDP targets (Quality, Cost, Delivery, People).

Location(s)

1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326, United States

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or System Engineering or equivalent degree
• A minimum of 3 years of experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, customers, and management
• Analytical problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex issues
• Must be self-motivated and motivate the team to success
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Fundamental knowledge of ICE and Electric automotive architecture.
• Fundamental knowledge of industry methodologies such as DFSS (Design for Six Sigma) and SBT (Specification-Based / Scenario-Based Testing).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or System Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Experience in Agile Methodology
• Experience in testing using test properties such as but not limited to: HIL/Vehicle etc.
• Ability to use CAN/Networking tools such as but not limited to: INCA, CANAlyser, CANApe, and ATI Vision etc.
• Working knowledge of HIL HW and SW test environment including Plant Models, Harnesses, Load boxes, FIUs, Controllers etc.

Employment Type

Full-time

Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.