Propulsion Validation Lead

@ Stellantis
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Propulsion Validation Lead

Auburn Hills, MI
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Work at a forward-looking automotive company as a Propulsion Validation Lead, ensuring propulsion systems meet performance, durability, and quality targets throughout development and manufacturing.

Requirements

  • Validation planning experience
  • Cross-functional team coordination
  • Data analysis skills
  • Automotive propulsion knowledge
  • Problem-solving ability

Qualifications

  • Engineering degree or equivalent
  • Experience in vehicle validation
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Leadership qualities
  • Excellent communication skills

Full job description

We are seeking a Propulsion Validation Lead to drive end-to-end validation activities across advanced powertrain systems, including internal combustion (ICE), hybrid, and battery electric vehicle (BEV) programs. This role serves as a central integration point across engineering, manufacturing, calibration, fleet operations, and quality teams, ensuring alignment of validation strategies from development through production launch.

You will lead validation planning, execution, and issue resolution to ensure propulsion systems meet performance, durability, and quality targets in a fast-paced, cross-functional automotive environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate propulsion system validation across development, launch, and production phases for ICE, hybrid, and BEV programs.
  • Serve as the central integration lead aligning engineering, manufacturing, calibration, quality, and fleet operations.
  • Develop and manage validation plans including DOE, DVP, and test strategies.
  • Oversee validation execution across plant, fleet, and lab environments including data analysis and interpretation.
  • Support in-plant validation, End-of-Line (EOL) readiness, and manufacturing alignment.
  • Lead issue triage, First-Level Analysis (FLA), and root cause investigations.
  • Assess risks, define corrective actions, and ensure timely resolution.
  • Coordinate resources including test facilities, vehicles, and engineering support.
  • Provide clear validation status, risk, and readiness reporting.
  • Drive continuous improvement of validation processes and workflows.

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage

From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage - ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off

We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:

    • An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
    • An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs - because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit

We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Student loan refinancing programs
    • 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!

When you join us, you’re not just building a career - you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.

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