Body Electronics Hardware Architect Engineer Expert

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Body Electronics Technical Expert to lead the design, development, and integration of advanced body electronic systems in modern vehicles. This role involves working on cutting-edge technologies such as lighting systems, comfort features, Access Systems, power management, and networked electronic modules, ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering innovative solutions for next-generation vehicles. The ideal candidate will serve as a thought leader, mentor, and technical advisor, driving excellence in hardware design, reliability, manufacturability, and performance across multiple product lines.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
10 years of experience in electronic hardware development.
Direct design experience of new ECU modules from prototype to production.
Experience in Electrical Electronic architecture topologies, software architecture, safety MCU/MPU, SoCs.
Extensive hands-on experience with lab instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, electronic loads, and signal generators.
Hands-on experience with PCB design, layout, and manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of reliability engineering and failure analysis.
Familiar with Automotive industry standards for electronics, design factors of safety, and product verification is desired.
Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SPICE, MATLAB, HFSS).
Strong teamwork, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related degree field.
15 years of experience in electronic hardware design and development.
Recognized expertise in one or more areas: high-speed digital design, RF systems, embedded systems, power electronics, or signal integrity.
Demonstrated leadership in complex product development cycles and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Define architecture and specifications for body electronics systems (e.g., lighting, door modules, seat control, HVAC interfaces, Access Systems).
Oversee development and validation of electronic control units (ECUs) and associated software.
Oversee technical documentation (Tech source packages, Component specifications) and Edge Computing systems engineering way implementation.
Perform new supplier design assessments.
Champion high complex topics and bring it to resolution.
Provide technical leadership and expertise in EE HW design to all Edge Team members. Drive complex EE HW topics and provide technical solutions for them.
Deep understanding of analog, digital, and power stage circuit design for automotive ECUs.
Ability to design robust power supply circuits (DC/DC converters, voltage regulators) for body controllers.
Expertise in signal conditioning, filtering, and protection circuits for sensors and actuators.
Ability to perform a detailed Worst-Case Circuit Analysis (WCCA) on various HW circuits for automotive ECUs.
Strong knowledge of automotive-grade components and their qualification processes.
Experience in selecting microcontrollers, transceivers (CAN, LIN), and power management ICs for BCM applications.
Proficiency in multi-layer PCB design for high-density automotive electronics.
Expertise in layout techniques for EMC/EMI compliance, thermal management, and high-current traces.
Familiarity with design tools such as Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, Zuken, or Cadence Allegro.
In-depth knowledge of hardware implementation for automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
Understanding of physical layer requirements and termination strategies for reliable network performance.
Design experience with high-side/low-side drivers, relays, and MOSFET-based load control circuits.
Knowledge of current sensing techniques and protection mechanisms (short-circuit, overvoltage, thermal).
Expertise in designing for EMC compliance, including filtering, shielding, and grounding strategies.
Hands-on experience with EMC testing and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with ISO 26262 requirements for hardware design.
Ability to perform FMEA, FMEDA, and reliability analysis for critical circuits.