Lead Gasoline Engine Controls Engineer (SME)

Stellantis•Auburn Hills, MI

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Gasoline Engine Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development and implementation of advanced engine control algorithms for spark-ignited powertrain systems. This role plays a critical part in delivering robust, production-ready software by working across cross-functional engineering teams in a fast-paced, Agile environment.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent engineering degree in the related field from an accredited university, with experience in controls / calibration of gasoline spark-ignition engines
7 + years of experience in engine development, emissions development, engine technologies, and competitive products
Excellent knowledge of internal combustion engines
Knowledge of modern and classical control principles
Experience in data acquisition, including collecting and processing data
Outstanding problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently
Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, automotive engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited university
Experience with powertrain development (systems, controls, calibration)
Proficiency with advanced simulation tools
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow
Experience in an Agile/Scrum environment
Experience with Application Lifecycle Management (IBM RTC) tools
Familiarity with ASPICE processes for software development
Experience with AUTOSAR-compliant software architecture
Knowledge of proactive/reactive quality tools (DFSS, DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.)
Knowledge of Electric/Electronic Vehicle Architectures and Networking.
Knowledge of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) standards and architecture.
Knowledge of Product Line Engineering principles.
Knowledge of the SystemDesk and ETAS ISOLAR tools.
Knowledge of the GIT tool for the versioning and storage of the artifacts.
Knowledge of the integration pipeline tools (e.g. TeamCity).
Knowledge of Requirement Management tools like Doors Next Generation (DNG).
Knowledge of CAN/LIN communication protocols design & measurement tools like CANalyzer.
Knowledge of programming languages like C/C++, Python, and auto coding tools like Embedded Coder.

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance gasoline engine control algorithms across the full V-model development lifecycle
Collaborate with systems, calibration, and software teams to define requirements and implementation strategies
Design and implement AUTOSAR-compliant software components and interfaces (SWCs, ARXML)
Analyze and integrate CAN communication (DBC files) and ECU interfaces across vehicle architectures
Develop and validate control strategies using MIL, HIL, dyno, and in-vehicle testing environments
Support diagnostics implementation including OBD, DIDs, PIDs, and fault handling strategies
Define software architecture, feature variants, and memory optimization strategies
Generate software builds and validate integration using embedded systems and rapid prototyping
Create and maintain technical documentation including CFTS, CCDD, DVP&R, and ADD
Lead design reviews and provide subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders and leadership
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, standups, and program reviews
Track feature delivery, ensure quality standards, and support regulatory compliance requirements