Chief engineer
ABOUT SLATE
At Slate, we're building safe, reliable vehicles that people can afford, personalize and love—and doing it here in the USA as part of our commitment to reindustrialization. The spirit of DIY and customization runs throughout every element of a Slate, because people should have control over how their trucks look, feel, and represent them. | WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR The Propulsion Chief Engineer is the technical leader responsible for guiding the development, integration, and validation of propulsion systems across the organization. This role provides end-to-end oversight of propulsion system architecture, ensuring technical excellence, cross-functional alignment, and delivery of high-performance, safe, and cost-effective solutions. | WHAT YOU GET TO DO- Define and own propulsion system architecture, ensuring alignment across energy storage, thermal, driveline, calibration, and high-voltage domains.
- Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and decision-making support for propulsion engineers and managers.
- Drive cross-functional integration of hardware, software, and controls to deliver robust and optimized propulsion solutions.
- Lead technical reviews, gate readiness assessments, and risk evaluations to ensure program success.
- Represent propulsion engineering in executive discussions, program reviews, and external stakeholder engagements.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to guide long-term propulsion strategy.
- Advanced degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering, or related field.
- 12+ years of experience in propulsion system development, including leadership of cross-functional teams.
- Strong technical foundation in electrified powertrain architecture, integration, and validation.
- Proven ability to balance high-level strategy with detailed technical problem-solving.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
- Safety First
- Delight Customers
- One Team
- Relentless Improvement
- Fast, Frugal and Scrappy
- Respectful Collaboration
- Positive Legacy
- Slate is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.
- Slate is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
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