Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer – Expert Job Auburn Hills area,Michigan USA,Engineering

The Electrified Powertrain Controls Engineer will serve as a technical leader within the PRC Electrified Propulsion Controls CoE, driving the development strategy, architecture, and delivery of advanced electrified powertrain systems.

The ideal candidate is a recognized expert in control systems with deep knowledge of electrified propulsion, capable of defining system-level strategies across multiple programs.

This role is responsible for defining control architectures, leading complex system integration, and driving innovation in areas such as torque coordination, energy optimization, thermal management, charging strategies, diagnostics, and advanced control approaches.

The most important activities assigned are:

Define control strategies and architecture at system/vehicle level
Lead development and integration across multiple programs (STLA, BEV, REEV, HEV)
Drive complex algorithm design and optimization
Ensure robustness through full V-cycle (MIL/SIL/HIL/vehicle)
Lead resolution of critical issues and crisis situations
Define standards, methods, and best practices
Drive innovation (advanced control, AI/optimization approaches)
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coaching
Interface with leadership and global stakeholders

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors' degree in relevant engineering field
A minimum of 8 years of experience in controls/software engineering
Recognized expertise in propulsion control systems
Proven leadership in delivering production systems
Strong influence across organizations
Deep expertise in electrified powertrain systems and architectures
Advanced control theory and system optimization
Expert-level model-based development and embedded software
End-to-end V-cycle ownership
Extensive experience with validation, calibration, and diagnostics
Strong system integration and vehicle-level performance understanding
Soft and Leadership Skills
Technical authority and decision-making capability
Ability to lead global, cross-functional teams
Strong executive communication and reporting
Ability to lead crisis resolution and production issues
Strategic thinking and roadmap definition

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s or PhD in relevant engineering field

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