The Automated Driving Advanced Development team is actively searching for a component release engineer specializing in High-resolution GNSS Positioning, Inertial Measurement Units, and Lane-level Localization solutions for Automated Driving within the STELLANTIS ecosystem. This is a hands-on role with a focus on GNSS positioning engine and associated positioning software, GNSS correction services, GNSS receivers and antennas, IMU / INU, and High Precision Localization. This team and the selected candidate will develop and maintain expertise needed for STELLANTIS to select, integrate, release, and launch an end-to-end high accuracy Positioning, IMU, and Localization hardware / software solution. We are looking for a self-starter with good engineering judgement and the curiosity/motivation to learn as the technology progresses.
The selected candidate will develop/model functional requirements by working closely with Feature Owners. The selected candidate will interact closely with a variety of engineering domains, including Mapping, Vehicle Connectivity, and Backend services, in order to develop the requirements necessary to develop and integrate Positioning, IMU, and Localization technology and components into STELLANTIS architectures, vehicle platforms (prototype and production), and ECUs. The selected candidate will manage Positioning and IMU relevant suppliers and act as a technical interface to these suppliers. The selected candidate shall perform DFMEA and DVP generation and management to ensure high quality releases.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Minimum of 5 years Systems Engineering experience in a related field
Working level knowledge of GNSS Positioning technologies required for Highly Automated Driving, inclusive of:
Technical expertise in global geospatial positioning and applicable sensing/correction technologies such as RTK
Ground truth reference level sensors
Triangulation theory and methodologies
Dead reckoning design theory, technologies and techniques
Understanding of GNSS correction services
Antenna technologies and techniques
Packaging and thermal load requirements
Positioning accuracy analysis and improvements
Qualitative measures to understand the reliability of positioning data
Working level knowledge of Inertial Measurement Units and Inertial Navigation Systems
Working level knowledge of High Precision Localization technologies, inclusive of a functionally safe fusion of absolute and relative localization components
Familiarity with DFMEA/DVPR generation, usage and review process
Basic knowledge of SLAM based map matching algorithms and visualization tools
Basic knowledge about the automotive development process
Basic knowledge of programming for engineers such as Python or MATLAB
Demonstrated ability to author and release engineering level technical documents
Demonstrated ability to lead joint testing activities with the component suppliers
Good knowledge of English language as STELLANTIS conducts business in English
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Working level knowledge of sensor fusion techniques for safety critical systems
Working level knowledge of Odometry and Egomotion
Knowledge of environmental sensing technologies required for AD/ADAS systems
Basic knowledge of Navigation maps and HD lane level maps
Vehicle to Cloud Connectivity methodology and business models
Familiarity with system level re-simulation (i.e. HIL or SIL)
Knowledge of AUTOSAR adaptive platform
Knowledge to support bench testing and vehicle validation activities, providing analysis and diagnosis of system level issues
Basic knowledge of CAN/Vector tools (e.g. Canalyzer)
Basic knowledge about electrical / electronic systems for Automotive (Ethernet / CAN networks, E/E architectures, functional safety analysis - ISO 26262 norm, etc.)
Design for Six Sigma Certification
Experience in the development of Driving Assistance and Automated Driving systems, including in-vehicle activities and exposure to test drives / field Operation testing activities
Critical Character Traits to Ensure Success:
Ability to think outside-the-box in high pressure situations
Ability to multi-task
Detail oriented problem-solver
Self-confident/empowered to deliver on a daily basis
Self-starter with the ability to work independently given minimal supervision/direction
Ability to identify potential developmental roadblocks and escalate to management
Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and task leader
This includes requesting assistance from and likewise providing assistance to team members regardless if the topic is related to your assigned work se
Respect and understanding of the Customer/Supplier relationship while embracing partnership
Ability to present concepts/strategies/project status to large groups
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled.