Propulsion System Chief Engineer

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Permanent contract

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The Propulsion System Chief Engineer leads all technical aspects of Propulsion Systems projects to achieve customer requirements and functional targets. Each System Project is managed through a System Table, with a Project System Chief Engineer responsible to drive the Program at system level, including, but not limited to, the Internal Combustion Engine, Calibration, Controls, Electric Motors, Transmissions and/or gearboxes, Batteries, Inverters, DC‑DC converters, Engine Systems, HVAC & Driveline.

The Propulsion System Chief Engineer makes the necessary optimization (System Engineering/System Design approach) and trade‑off arbitrations for the entire system to achieve QCTP (Quality, Cost, Timing, Performance) targets.

MAIN ACTIVITIES

- Identify requirements and collect cross‑functional department information/data/facts to make sound technical decisions in the appropriate forum to meet functional objectives within program scope.

- Make all final technical decisions for the powertrain function, communicating key technical decisions and issues to executive management.

- Ensure technical risks and issues have a clear path to resolution.

- Ensure ER&D rollup is accurate and comprehensive and that core ER&D costs are allocated to the correct project.

- Approve powertrain description and Sub‑System Technical Specifications (SSTS) aligned with phases/builds and sourcing activities.

- Chair the technical change review meeting to establish the best balanced (product and process) solution within the program scope.

- Approve technical aspects of IAA's/CN's, including appropriate Function Model/DVPR/DFMEA, sponsor them through the change review process.

- Ensure designs and systems follow CoE and benchmarking best practices with full use of upfront CAE analysis and simultaneous engineering.

- Confirm component and system designs and verification/validation testing are completed with efficient use of resources to reduce lead time and development costs.

- Support development timing, readiness and costs under the Family Management and Cost Management lead.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. Diverse teams will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

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REQUIREMENTS

- Fluent in written and spoken English

- Master Degree or PhD in Engineering or Physics

- Experience in Propulsion Systems and Vehicle technologies

- High‑level communication skills and ability to easily operate in an international, multicultural environment

- Ability to proactively self‑organise and to organise Team's activities setting short‑term targets, prioritising and recognising issues

- Problem‑solving skills and knowledge of Project Management

- Previous experience in ensuring Quality/Cost/Timing/Performance for the deliverable he/she was accountable for

- Change management basics

- Ability to react rapidly in a changing technical and planning environment

- Strong target/result‑oriented approach

- Willingness to travel abroad

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Minimum level of experience required

3 to 5 years

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Joining us means joining a global company. Driven by the constant search for innovation and excellence, a pioneer and leader in clean technologies and sustainable mobility, the Group intends to remain at the forefront of the major trends that are moving the world.

With its efficiency, agility and team spirit, the Group is demanding and bold in defining the mobility of tomorrow.

To succeed in these transformations, the company needs all the talents. Join us

At Stellantis, we evaluate candidates according to their qualifications, their merits and the needs of the profession. We welcome applications from people of all gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability. The diversity of our teams will allow us to better understand the evolving needs of our customers and our future environment.

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