Powertrain Systems Engineer Country/Region: US Location: Auburn Hills, MI, US Req ID 76278 | [[location_obj]], United States ZF CV Systems North America LLC **What you can look forward to as a Powertrain Systems Engineer:** + Integrate and manage ECU subsystems, such as battery management and brake control. + Review and comment on customer technical requirements and specifications. + Support customer requests for controls documentation and data. + Develop and maintain controls engineering timelines and issue lists. + Oversee the software product cycle, including development, calibration, validation, and release. + Act as a technical liaison to customers for software functional changes and change management. + Lead software program deliveries and track action items and releases. + Troubleshoot and resolve customer issues, ensuring proper calibration and testing. + Perform parameterization of subsystems in vehicle and test environments. + Plan and monitor actions for customer complaints, software bugs, and function enhancements. + Conduct root cause analysis and error correction for software and electronic control issues. + Communicate plans and results to stakeholders. + Participate in continuous improvement activities. + Maintain and develop software tools to support the product development process. **Your profile as a Powertrain Systems Engineer:** + Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a closely related field. + Minimum of three years of experience in systems engineering, product development, or testing/validation. + Proficiency in powertrain propulsion systems, including both electric and conventional technologies. + Strong understanding of automotive components and their integration with vehicle systems. + Knowledge of automotive communication protocols and vehicle electronic control systems. + Experience with control software and modeling tools. + Ability to perform and evaluate tests in various environments (vehicle, test cell, simulation). + Skills in vehicle dynamics and powertrain calibration, including data analysis and software optimization. + Ability to travel up to 15% domestic and international travel required. **What We Offer:** + Hybrid working schedule + A supportive collaborative team environment + Annual Incentive Plan + Paid time off + 401k Plan + Health Care Benefits + Paid Holidays + Tuition reimbursement for educational advancement + A strong diversity culture + Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities Be part of our ZF team as Powertrain Systems Engineer and apply now! **DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:** Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran **What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?** At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility. Find out how we work at ZF: