Controls Propulsion System Engineer

Job Description Responsibilities

• Support global planning, execution, and coordination of Controls & Software platforms for propulsion-related ECUs (Engines, Transmissions, Hybrid, Battery, Charging, eMotor)
• Provide feasibility studies and cost assessments for Controls & Software for vehicle programs
• Represent Controls Systems (Controllers & Software) as the primary interface within the Propulsion System community
• Coordinate the development of control features across teams
• Define and manage feature rollout plans aligned with program milestones
• Lead Controls & Software change management, and support quality assessments and risk mitigation activities
• Work with the powertrain team to ensure calibrations for vehicle builds are on time with acceptable quality.
• Establish timing plan and track timing execution of project
• Run weekly project management coordination team meetings
• Work with client cross functional teams to ensure release content plans to prioritize functional features roll out, issue resolution, change requests and on time deliverables.
• Coordinate quality gate reviews and ensuring they are scheduled for all programs as needed
• Coordinate and help the team prepare for periodic program reviews with the Senior Management
• Co-ordinate with Supplier, keep track of development deliverables and verification & Validation schedule
• Active involvement in preparing the program artifacts using customer specific tools.

• Proven experience working with complex, multidisciplinary systems.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, and deliver high quality technical solutions
• Strong problem solving skills and capability to work effectively within cross functional teams
• Ability to work in an Agile development environment
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership, accountability, and leadership across technical topics
• Prior experience in controls/software development, testing, or calibration (Preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field (Preferred)
• Minimum 8 years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years in the automotive industry

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

• Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.
• Met Life – Dental and Vision plan.
• Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).
• 401k with employer match.
• Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Holidays.
• Employee discounts and perks.
• Gym benefit.