Validation Project Chief

Stellantis is seeking an EE Validation Project Chief (VPC) to lead and coordinate electrical system validation activities across vehicle programs. The VPC ensures project development aligns with quality, timing, and cost objectives while maintaining compliance with technical requirements. This role serves as the primary interface between the EE Validation & Industrialization (EEVI) team and program stakeholders, managing deliverables, resources, and technical issue resolution throughout the validation lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the liaison between EEVI and Project Responsible (PR) for specific vehicle programs.
• Develop and maintain program budgets, timelines, and validation plans.
• Define and manage ECU tracking and Design Verification Plans (DVP).
• Coordinate the build and commissioning of test properties (Plywood Buck, VHIL, HIL, vehicles), and determine vehicle count/needs for validation, obtain approval and submit vehicle requests.
• Manage manpower assessments, vehicle requests, test property readiness, vehicle program deliverables and overall ownership of program plan execution.
• Collect and distribute software readiness reports (SRRs) and Component Version Verification Reports (CVVRs).
• Lead validation planning for change requests, bulletins, and series cards assessing the impact to the budget (manpower, equipment, vehicles, etc.) and program timing.
• Maintain and update vehicle configurations, scan reports, and key programming data.
• Oversee test property reservations and ensure timely updates before validation loops.
• Support vehicle-level EMC testing and End-of-Line (EOL) tester development.
• Drive issue resolution through GIMS and other issue management systems.
• Represent EEVI in program reviews, quality meetings, and at assembly plants.
• Ensure timely completion of compliance reports and support lessons learned processes.
• Publish validated software for use across development fleets.

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24 th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.