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Powertrain System Engineer

KPIT
Peoria, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/10/2026

About KPIT

KPIT is reimagining the future of mobility, forging ahead with group companies and partners to shape a world that is cleaner, smarter, and safer.

With over 25 years of specialized expertise in Mobility, KPIT is accelerating the transformation towards Software and AI-Defined Vehicles through its advanced solutions, platforms, and products—propelled by mobility-infused AI frameworks, software craftsmanship, and systems integration mastery.

Vision in Motion

Fueled by 2000 vehicle production programs and powering 20 million vehicles on the road with KPIT software, our experience is unmatched. At the same time, we push boundaries, developing solutions that enable Mobility OEMs to innovate at speed and scale.

Job Summary:

Responsibilities:

  • Performing powertrain function analysis and function decomposition
  • Requirement elicitation activities from system to SW and traceability over V-cycle
  • 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 complaince
  • Participate in the Agile Methodology to plan product backlog and identify potential risks
  • Develop simulation/virtual models for specific propulsion features/functions using MATLAB,
  • SysML Rhapsody

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Electronics Engineering other related
  • Engineering degree
  • Minimum 10 years’ experience in conventional and hybrid powertrain development
  • Good understanding on overall vehicle dynamics and vehicle system functioning
  • Good understanding automotive powertrain architecture
  • Proficient in requirement management tools such as 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 meeting with cross functional team

Compensation and Benefits:

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time KPIT employee, you are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Geo Blue PPO and HSA plan.
  • MetLife – Dental and Vision plan.
  • Healthcare and Dependent care flexible spending account(FSA).
  • 401k with employer match.
  • Company-paid Basic Life and Long-term disability insurance.
  • Voluntary benefits include Critical Illness, Hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft, and legal service.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Employee discounts and perks.
  • Gym benefit.

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