Engine Controller Hardware Development Engineer Job at KCM Technical in Auburn H

Overview

4 days on site (Auburn Hills); 1 day remote. Benefits available.

Role

The Engine Controller Hardware Development Leader will play a key role in vehicle or module-related projects. Their main mission will be to oversee the progress of product and process qualification for electronic control module components, from supplier selection to series industrialization.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the development, validation, integration, and qualification of components within their scope.
• Develop and publish engine control module performance standards.
• Execute programs through PDP that meet or exceed objectives for performance, cost, weight, investment, and quality.
• Direct suppliers in developing, testing, and releasing components to meet Stellantis vehicle level requirements and sub-system level behavior objectives.
• Directly involved with supplier design efforts and design reviews to ensure the supplier design meets Stellantis expectations as listed in Stellantis specifications.
• Ensure product and process maturity in line with project expectations.
• Manage product and process changes based on identified needs.
• Oversee risks and critical points while addressing technical issues related to their scope.
• Develop core component hardware DFMEA for ECM modules. Review and sign off on Suppliers Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with design, manufacturing, suppliers, and other engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and production feasibility.
• Interface with global employees to harmonize product designs, processes, and documentation to promote component re-use.
• Support field warranty and quality investigations, leading the root cause analysis effort as well as contributing to the identification and validation of the optimal solution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical from an ABET accredited university
• 5 years of overall relevant experience
• 3+ years of electronic ECU or automotive 12V component development experience
• Full understanding of automotive ECU development process or 12V energy management systems
• Strong leadership skills (prepared to lead a supplier team)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Experience managing suppliers and/or engineers
• Experience managing or developing embedded software
• Proficient in LabVIEW, Teststand, Veristand, CAPL
• Familiar with cryptographic principals
• Familiar with CAN/CAN-FD protocols
• Outstanding communication and organization skills

Additional Information / Must Have's

1. Electrical Engineering Degree
2. Relevant experience with electronic hardware
3. Self-starter with demonstrated problem solving ability