Stellantis’ Propulsion Controls Engineering Department is seeking an Advanced Controls Lead Engineer to lead the design and implemention of cutting edge controls solutions for next generation propulsion system technologies. Our team is looking for a highly qualified and motivated candidate who can lead the complete systems development of propulsion control strategies for conventional and electified propulsion systems, delivering results with meaningful impacts on our product. They must enjoy working on complex cross disciplinary problems and must be comfortable being involved with every step of development from design to in-vehicle prototyping and testing.
The Lead Engineer is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership including developing new processes & methodologies. The candidate must be experienced in propulsion control state of the art technologies, including but not limited to the areas of engine, transmission, and electrified powertrains with experience in control system design, calibration, and testing. The candidate must be a strong team player, systems focused with interdisciplinary experience & expertise, and willing to work in fast paced environment. The Lead Engineer is responsible for both individual technical project deliverables as well as mentoring and guiding colleagues, coordinating activities, and bringing projects to successful conclusions.
Preferred QualificationsBasic Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, Systems Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering or related degree
- Minimum 5 years of total experience
- Demonstrated ability in control algorithm development methodologies including virtual co-simulation tools
- Effective experienced based or analytical problem solving ability
- Demonstrated technical leadership on propulsion system control & calibration development projects
- Ability to improve Stellantis technical knowledge and competency (mentoring and training)
- Sustained level of achievement/performance (5 years with a satisfactory performance and leadership rating)
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and teamwork
Preferred Requirements:
- Master's degree or higher in a propulsion related field or control related field
- Experience using detailed physics based plant models for complex problem solving
- Knowledge of propulsion control system architecture/best practices
- Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK
- Experience with 0-D and 1-D physical modeling tools such as GT Power
- Experience with rapid prototype controllers
- Demonstrated strong knowledge in propulsion system controls/calibration through published papers and awarded patents
- Specialization in classical and modern control disciplines with propulsion systems application
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Controls, Systems Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace/Aeronautical engineering or related degree
- Minimum 5 years of total experience
- Experience in propulsion control technologies (engine, transmission, electrified powertrains) with control system design, calibration, and testing
- Demonstrated ability in control algorithm development methodologies including virtual co-simulation tools
- Effective experience-based or analytical problem solving ability
- Demonstrated technical leadership on propulsion control and calibration development projects
- Ability to mentor, train, and improve technical competency of team
- Sustained level of achievement/performance (5 years with satisfactory performance and leadership rating)
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Master's degree or higher in a propulsion or control related field
- Experience using detailed physics-based plant models for complex problem solving
- Knowledge of propulsion control system architecture and best practices
- Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/Simulink
- Experience with 0-D and 1-D physical modeling tools such as GT-Power
- Experience with rapid prototype controllers
- Demonstrated publications or patents in propulsion system controls/calibration
- Specialization in classical and modern control disciplines with propulsion systems application
Stellantis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stellantis and has not been reviewed or approved by Stellantis.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Contract-driven increases lifted hourly wages roughly 25% over 4.5 years and restored cost-of-living adjustments, pushing top rates near $42 per hour by the end of the agreement. Union hourly positions appear to have benefited most since the 2023 deal.
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Affordable Benefits — UAW-represented hourly workers pay no premiums and about 3% of total healthcare costs while receiving comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. This creates materially lower out-of-pocket costs for represented hourly roles.
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Retirement Support — Post-2007 hourly hires receive a 10% employer 401(k) contribution and legacy workers saw defined-benefit improvements with retiree bonuses. Salaried roles also cite a 401(k) with employer match and contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
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