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Powertrain Systems Engineer (Thermal)

Pi-Square TechnologiesAuburn Hills, MI🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Powertrain Systems Engineer role at Pi-Square Technologies offers a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of propulsion systems through in-depth thermal analysis and requirements development, fostering significant career growth. You'll thrive here if you possess a strong understanding of conventional and hybrid powertrains and enjoy contributing to innovative solutions within a collaborative team environment. Apply now to leverage your expertise and make a tangible impact in the automotive technology sector.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Performing powertrain function analysis and function decomposition

Requirement elicitation activities to gather Regulatory requirements, environmental and electrical parameters & associated corporate specifications etc.

Propulsion system high level functional requirement artifact creation in IBM DOORS/IBM DOORS Next Gen (DNG) including attribute classifications.

Propulsion System Operating Modes Identification, Analysis and Documentation in DNG.

Propulsion System energy conversion, storage and delivery understanding and requirement development considering standards and OBD compliance.

Propulsion system EOL Service requirements (IO,Routine,DID) defines for propulsion components

Powertrain Thermal System analysis to identify visually the normal, derated and non-functional performance for each component and determine possible Propulsion System functions for a given temperature range

Perform System Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (SFMEA) for Propulsion system functions and identify the safety requirement

Participate in Agile Methodology to plan RASI deliverable timing and identify potential risks.

Develop simulation/virtual models for specific propulsion features/functions using MATLAB, SysML Rhapsody.

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Electronics Engineering other related Engineering degree

Minimum 5 years' experience in conventional and hybrid powertrain development

Good understanding on overall vehicle dynamics and vehicle system functioning

Good understanding automotive electrical sensors and actuators, Temperature sensors, Pumps, Valves system functioning.

Good understanding of Thermal Systems High, Low, AC, battery Temperature Loop loop management.

Expertise with automotive communication protocols such as CAN , LIN along with OBD standards.

Experience in Function analysis and function decomposition.

Expertise with Microsoft Office products Outlook, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint

Proficient in requirement management tools such as IBM Rational DOORs, IBM DOORS Next Gen etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Vector Tools for data collection.

Vehicle Validation or Powertrain Calibration experience.

Familiarity with Agile project management

Experience with overall vehicle development cycle and Change management process.
Good communication skills, able to lead meetings with cross functional team.

Skills

MATLAB
Agile
Microsoft Office

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