Propulsion Controls Validation Engineer

Stellantis (FCA)
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Job Details

  • Location: Auburn Hills, MI, 48326
  • Date Posted: 2026-07-06
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Aerospace Engineers
  • Req Number: 2019555
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Description

Join a fast-paced Vehicle & Propulsion Controls team focused on delivering high-quality software for electrified and internal combustion powertrains (ICE). This role is responsible for validating propulsion control systems, identifying software issues, and ensuring robust system performance through advanced testing methodologies including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and vehicle testing. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Develop and execute Design Verification Plans (DVPs) for propulsion system requirements testing
  • Evaluate system requirements and design effective validation strategies
  • Determine appropriate testenvironments (HIL vs. vehicle testing) for each test case 
  • Perform OBD diagnostic validation and compliance testing
  • Conduct issue pre-analysis toidentify root causes and recommend solutions 
  • Design and execute edge-case and failure-mode test scenarios
  • Validate propulsion system architectures across HIL and vehicle platforms 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with software, calibration, and systems teams

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 24th 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.