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Powertrain Application Engineer

Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc.
Ridge, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 6/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/18/2026

Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc. (a global Brand under our parent company, Iveco Group) is looking for a Powertrain Application Engineer to join our team! The Powertrain Application Engineer performs testing on engines and vehicles to validate new Fiat Powertrain Engine applications and provides technical advice to the brand team to develop and successfully implement product or service solutions that will meet the customer's needs. This is a salary-exempt position.

Internal candidates MUST notify their HR Department before applying. Position will be located in Burr Ridge, Illinois testing lab facility.

Our flexible work arrangements policy requires employees to work in the office 12 days per month.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Perform vehicle testing per application sign-off documents. Complete testing reports and sign-off documents in a timely manner.
  • Participate with functional groups and engineers in maintaining application and certification requirements in support of product launch milestones.
  • Develop, evaluate, and review integration and installation procedures and standards to ensure that work is of a consistently high quality.
  • Evaluate project proposals to ensure they are technically accurate, consistent with the organization's quality and product standards, and aligned with the organization's overall strategy for its products and services.
  • Liaise with hardware, software, and systems design engineers to ensure that products are modified, configured, and installed according to customer needs.
  • Prepare simple technical documentation to guide system users and to assist with the ongoing operation, maintenance, and development of the system.
  • Coordinate testing activities with the customer and supporting team members as necessary.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally (50%).
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and three or more years of experience in engine or equipment engineering.
  • Powertrain engineering experience a plus.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience testing diesel engines, including use of industry standard tools: Inca, MatLab, CANalyzer
  • Vehicle integration
  • OBD-related testing
  • Engine and equipment testing and data review
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Detail oriented

Physical Requirements:

  • 50% travel by airplane and car
  • Critical thinking to write thorough and detailed reports
  • Sitting for long periods of time
  • Using a computer for long periods of time
  • Able to lift  /- 5Ibs.

Working with a global company offers competitive benefits for this position. Here are just a few benefits we are proud to offer:

  • Immediate medical, dental and vision coverage on date of hire
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Stellantis vehicle discount program
  • Tuition assistance
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Amazing holiday schedule including shutdown between Christmas and New Year's
  • Generous 401k match
  • Potential opportunities to visit our Global HQ in Turin, Italy

About our Salary Ranges

Please note that our salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, budget and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

EEO Statement

US applicants: Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights by viewing the Federal "EEO is the Law" poster and its supplement at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters. Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. You can view additional information https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters.

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