Homologation Specialist - Passive Safety / EV Battery - Auburn Hills, MI

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We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive Passive Safety / EV Traction Battery Homologation Specialist to join our Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance team. This role focuses on ensuring the compliance of high-voltage battery systems with global vehicle passive safety regulations with focus on EV safety such as FMVSS 305, ECE R100, and other market specific standards.

As a central figure in our electrification programs, you will work cross-functionally to develop certification strategies, lead validation activities, and support interactions with regulatory agencies and third-party testing laboratories. Your work will help ensure our electric vehicles meet stringent global safety and compliance benchmarks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert on high-voltage traction battery regulatory requirements for global markets.
• Lead the homologation strategy and execution for battery systems across electric and hybrid vehicle programs.
• Ensure compliance with FMVSS 305 (Electric-powered vehicles: electrolyte spillage and electrical shock protection), ECE R100, and similar battery-related safety regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering, validation, manufacturing, legal, and third-party labs to coordinate certification activities.
• Develop and manage comprehensive certification plans, including documentation, testing protocols, and regulatory submissions.
• Track and interpret changes in global battery safety standards and ensure timely internal communication and planning.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies and technical service providers.
• Participate in vehicle design reviews and program milestones, representing battery compliance priorities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in battery systems engineering or electric vehicle safety compliance or equivalent engineering experience
• Understanding of international passive safety regulations and testing procedures
• Strong understanding of high-voltage battery technologies and associated vehicle integration
• Demonstrated experience working with FMVSS 305, ECE R100, or equivalent global standards
• Experience coordinating cross-functional projects and working in a fast-paced product development environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Hands-on experience with battery abuse testing, electrical safety testing, and validation plans
• Familiarity with ISO 26262, UL 2580, and other EV-relevant standards
• Strong communication skills, especially in technical writing and presenting to regulatory bodies
• Strong familiarity with aligning North America Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (TSRC) certification activities with the Stellantis Product Development Plan (PDP), including key milestones, deliverables, and crossfunctional integration points
• Working knowledge of Stellantis standard engineering and homologation tools, including internal websites, databases, and document repositories used for regulatory tracking and program execution
• Working knowledge of Stellantis TSRC Processes and Procedures, including compliance documentation, issue escalation, and certification workflows
• Multilingual capabilities or direct experience working with global certification agencies is a plus
• Familiarity with structured problem-solving techniques (e.g., Kepner-Tregoe)

Full-time

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.