Job description
Position Context The EE Powertrain, Drivetrain & Integration SME Lead Engineer is responsible for leading the electrical and electronic architecture development, integration, and validation of EV Powertrain and Drivetrain systems across vehicle programs. The role serves as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Powertrain EE systems, ensuring seamless integration of hardware, software, controls, communication networks, and vehicle-level functions while achieving performance, safety, quality, cost, and timing targets.
The position provides technical leadership across concept development, vehicle integration, validation, launch, and production support activities. Position Responsibilities Act as the technical SME for: Electric Drive Unit (EDU) E-Motor Systems Inverters Battery Systems Power Electronics Charging Systems Power Distribution Systems Vehicle Control Functions Drivetrain Control Systems Lead EE powertrain system integration from concept development through production launch.
Define and manage vehicle-level requirements, interfaces, and functional integration for powertrain and drivetrain systems. Ensure successful integration of: High Voltage (HV) Systems Low Voltage (LV) Systems Vehicle Networks (CAN, CAN-FD, LIN, Ethernet) Diagnostics and Service Functions Functional Safety Requirements Cybersecurity Requirements Collaborate with Mechanical Powertrain, Battery, Thermal, Chassis, Safety, Software, ADAS, and Vehicle Integration teams.
Lead system architecture reviews, design reviews, and technical feasibility assessments. Manage technical interface alignment between internal teams and global suppliers. Support development of system specifications, interface control documents, and integration requirements. Lead root cause investigations and resolution of vehicle-level integration issues.
Support vehicle commissioning, prototype builds, validation, and launch activities. Ensure compliance with: Functional Safety (ISO 26262) Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434) Charging Regulations EMC Requirements Global Vehicle Regulations Drive continuous improvement of EE integration processes, engineering standards, and technical roadmaps.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineering teams across EE and vehicle integration functions.
Requirements
Education
/ Professional Knowledge Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field. Minimum 15 years of experience in automotive Electrical & Electronics engineering, with extensive experience in Powertrain and Vehicle Integration.
Proven experience in EV development programs from concept through production. Skills & Experience Strong expertise in EV powertrain systems, including: Electric Motors Inverters Battery Management Systems (BMS) DC-DC Converters On-Board Chargers (OBC) Power Distribution Units (PDU) Vehicle Control Units (VCU) Deep understanding of: Vehicle EE Architecture Powertrain Controls Functional Integration Energy Management Vehicle Network Architecture Diagnostics and Service Functions Strong knowledge of: CAN / CAN-FD LIN Automotive Ethernet UDS Diagnostics AUTOSAR Architecture Experience defining system requirements, interface management, and vehicle-level integration strategies.
Good understanding of: Functional Safety (ISO 26262) Cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434) EMC/EMI Electrical Reliability and Validation Experience working with development and validation tools such as: CANoe CANalyzer INCA ETAS Toolchain MATLAB/Simulink Vector Tools JIRA Po