Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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 cross‑functional 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)