Technical Manager – Direct Connection Propulsion Engineering

The Technical Manager will lead the development, integration, and validation of propulsion performance upgrades for the Direct Connection product line. This role requires strong technical depth, hands-on testing capability, and the ability to guide a small, fast-moving engineering team. The position works cross-functionally with base vehicle programs, SRT, and suppliers to deliver OEM-grade performance products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development and validation of propulsion performance upgrades across calibration, controls, engine hardware, and engine systems
• Drive hands-on testing, including in-vehicle development, dyno work, and HIL/virtual validation
• Collaborate with base programs, SRT, and suppliers to meet performance, quality, and timing targets
• Challenge claims and ensure robust, data-driven decisions
• Track program status, risks, and deliverables; support calibration release processes
• Lead a small engineering team and promote a silo-breaking, high-accountability culture

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics or related degree field
• 8 or more years of proven experience in powertrain development, particularly with high performance vehicle systems
• Strong background in engine characterization, calibration, and propulsion system development
• Proficient in calibration methodologies and software development processes
• Hands-on experience with vehicle testing, dyno operation, and validation workflows
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and engineering judgment
• Excellent English communication skill and interpersonal skills demonstrating an ability to lead a team of peers and foster a team-first collaborative mindset within the group

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 or more years of calibration experience including multiple program development/launch cycles
• Broad exposure to cross-functional calibration feature development
• Familiarity with Stellantis internal processes and standards including emissions regulatory and certification processes and quality processes
• Knowledge of statistics and statistical methods
• Experience with Matlab scripting and other useful data processing languages/tool sets (e.g., Python, JavaScript/NodeJS, PowerApps, PowerBI)
• “AI Native” approach to work-stream efficiency
• Technical Skills
• ETAS/INCA, MATLAB, Simulink, Vector tool chains
• Dyno systems, HIL/virtual testing platforms
• MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Kanban/project tracking tools