Tech Research Controls Technical Lead

Stellantis Tech Research’s Propulsion Controls department is seeking an experienced controls engineer to lead and develop high-quality controls algorithms and solutions. We are looking for top talent to continue the development of disruptive Propulsion technologies for Stellantis while also collaborating with our research partners. We are seeking an Engineer with experience in controls systems particularly in propulsion or vehicle controls systems development. The candidate must be a strong team player, quick learner, out-of-the box thinker, systems focused with interdisciplinary experience and drive to challenge the status quo. The candidate must be willing to work in a disruptive yet fast-paced environment. The candidate should be very efficient and clear at communicating by virtual methods and must be willing to follow a detailed work plan and be prepared to generate elaborate project reports.

The ideal candidate will have experience in and be able to significantly contribute in many of the following areas:

• Classical and Modern controls systems
• Electric motor, or Battery, or Engine controls
• Energy management and charging systems
• Integrated Propulsion control (torque characterization, engine/motor/transmission interactions)
• Vehicle controls (chassis, brake regen, ride control)
• Intelligent controls using AI/ML
• System optimization strategies
• Auxiliary load management and optimization
• Electronic controller unit (ECU) communication protocols like CAN/LIN/Ethernet

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Applied Science, Control System, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Computer Engineering, or a related Engineering field from an ABET accredited program or equivalent program
• A minimum 8 years of experience in controls or calibration or systems engineering - an advanced degree or academic research in a related field may count towards experience requirement
• Experience with model-based development tools such as MATLAB/SIMULINK
• Demonstrated technical problem solving
• Experience in electrified propulsion systems or control theory
• Experience with automotive powertrain plant and controller modeling, simulation
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skill
• Demonstrated application of technical excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters or Phd in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Aerospace, or related Engineering field from an ABET accredited program or equivalent program
• Proven application of modern controls
• EV/Propulsion system controls
• Embedded software experience
• ECU architecture know-how
• Experience with data analysis tools such as ASCMO, MDA
• Experience with modeling tools such as GT Power, AmeSim, or other controls related co-simulation
• Experience with prototyping tools from dSpace or ETAS
• Experience in Research organization