Senior Hardware Architect, InnoTech

About the role

Since 1965, Stoneridge has designed and manufactured advanced, award-winning technologies including driveline and transmission actuation systems, vision systems, emissions control systems, safety systems, and security and monitoring systems for vehicle OEMs in the commercial vehicle, automotive, off-highway and agricultural vehicle markets. We're focused on the areas of greatest market need - both today and tomorrow.

Our core products and technologies are aligned with industry megatrends including safety and security, vehicle intelligence, fuel efficiency and emissions. Join the Stoneridge Team as we continue to build upon our strong history and reputation for quality products to deliver innovative products and systems that address a need, exceed our customers' expectations, and motivate our team.

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Architect (SEA), InnoTech leads the electrical architecture and hardware design efforts for advanced automotive technologies, with a primary focus on camera, display, and controller systems. This highly visible role combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership to develop innovative, high-performance hardware solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electrical system design, a curiosity for emerging technologies, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams. The SEA oversees schematic development, PCB layout, component engineering, and signal, power, and thermal integrity analysis to ensure robust, scalable, and industry-leading product designs.

Principle Responsibilities

• Lead electrical architecture and hardware development for next-generation technology platforms.
• Lead specialists in schematic design, PCB layout, component engineering, and hardware simulation.
• Develop technical solutions that meet customer requirements and support RFQ responses.
• Define electrical architectures, technology roadmaps, and design standards.
• Ensure compliance with Functional Safety and Cybersecurity requirements.
• Drive component selection, qualification, and lifecycle strategy.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies and components.
• Partner with suppliers to identify innovative solutions and benchmark industry trends.
• Collaborate with Systems, Software, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Optics teams to deliver integrated product solutions.
• Support cross-functional development activities from concept through production launch.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise across product development programs.
• Optimize designs for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost.

Education, Experience and Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science required in electrical engineering, or similar field
• Master's degree in electrical engineering, or similar field, preferred
• A minimum of 5 years experience in an Electrical or Hardware Architect role
• Knowledge of ADAS applications and sensor set; Automotive experience required
• Solid understanding of digital circuit block design and their integration into products
• Familiarity with all faculty tools
• Good knowledge of Functional Safety and ASPICE standards
• Basic coding and modelling skill with MATLAB/Simulink/Python/C preferred

Versed in using AI tools

• Self-motivated and results-driven with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Confident decision-maker with the ability to influence technical direction and drive outcomes
• Quick to analyze complex challenges and develop effective solutions
• Innovative thinker who approaches problems with creativity and a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong collaboration and understanding of effective communication; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
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Location and Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% travel required for this position

Additional Considerations

• Relocation assistance is not offered for this position, and candidates must reside within a commutable distance to Novi, Michigan
• This role requires on-site presence a minimum of three (3) days per week, with the option to work remotely two (2) days per weekundefined