Job statistics for Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer – Functional Safety, OBD & Aftersales (SME)
- Days open
- 9 days
- Expected tenure
- 6 years
- Estimated salary
- $142,000
- Based on Senior seniority, the Automotive industry and United States market rates.
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Current safety team17 tracked professionals
- By function
- 9 senior / lead, 8 engineering
- By level
- 10 senior
- Hiring now
- 2 open safety roles on FSTalent, including this one
Counts of functional safety professionals FSTalent tracks at Stellantis and roles it is hiring for. It is a sample of public profiles, not the full headcount.
- David Pucovsky — Vehicle Propulsion Safety Manager
- David Smerza — NA Functional Safety Team Manager
- Haidar Karim — Functional Safety Cybersecurity Project Manager
- Jim Darnall — Functional Safety Calibration Manager
- Joseph Young — Automated Driving Safety - Staff Engineer
- Marcela C — Propulsion Systems Functional Safety Engineer
- Mukesh Bhadane — Automotive Functional Safety Engineer
- Neil Garbacik — Engineering Manager - Functional Safety, SOTIF and Cyber Security
- Nicholas Lynn — Senior Calibration Engineer - Powertrain Safety Systems
- Ramanathan Thangapandi — Electric Drive System Functional Safety Expert
- Rob Suchala — Functional Safety Manager - North America
- Sagar Shah — Principal SoC BSW Engineer - OS and FuSa
- Salman Mia — Sr. Functional Safety Engineer, SME | BMS Architecture & System Design
- Shashikant Yadav — Senior Functional Safety Engineer - ADAS/AD System Safety
- Sudhir Maddireddy — Senior Technical Expert - Safety
- Sui Tao — Transmission Controls Engineer - OBD & Functional Safety
- Uday S — Project Safety Manager
Median tenure at companyNot yet sourced
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Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer – Functional Safety, OBD & Aftersales (SME)
Job description
About the role
Join a forward-thinking engineering team shaping the future of automotive propulsion systems.
This role sits at the intersection of functional safety, on-board diagnostics (OBD), and aftersales engineering and ensures vehicles meet global regulatory requirements while delivering performance, reliability, and serviceability across the full lifecycle.
As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will lead system-level requirements, influence critical design decisions, and collaborate across engineering, suppliers, and regulatory stakeholders to deliver compliant, high-quality solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead system-level functional safety, OBD, and aftersales requirements definition for propulsion systems
- Own the functional safety lifecycle including safety concepts, safety cases, and assessments (ISO 26262)
- Define and approve diagnostic strategies to ensure regulatory compliance (CARB, Euro 7, UN156)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and regulatory stakeholders
- Drive technical decision-making and mentor engineering team members
- Ensure serviceability and diagnostic readiness across propulsion system components
Typical Deliverables
- Technical safety concepts (TSC) and requirements Diagnostic strategies, DTC definitions, and diagnostic matrices
- Safety analyses (, FTA, , )
- Validation plans and compliance documentation
- Technical policies and diagnostic specifications
- Aftersales and serviceability documentation
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering or related field
- Min 8 years of experience in automotive systems, propulsion or embedded control systems
- Knowledge of functional safety (ISO 26262), diagnostics, and OBD regulations (CARB CCR 1968.2, UN156, Euro 7)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced engineering degree
- Experience in powertrain systems (ICE, hybrid, electrified)
- Experience with diagnostic development, calibration tools, or validation (HiL)
- Familiarity with Agile, ASPICE, or AUTOSAR
- Experience working with suppliers and global regulatory processes
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
We Help You Plan For The Future With
- An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
We believe in investing in your future and your passions
- Student loan refinancing programs
- 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
Pay and benefits
Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind.
Legal and equal opportunity notices
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. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it.
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.
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
Tuition reimbursement
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
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