Principal Development Engineer, Thermal Sensors

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.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position title: Thermal Sensor Application Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Department: SCD – Engineering

Type of position: Exempt

Reports to: Sr. Engineering Manager, Thermal Management Systems

Number of direct reports: None

At Stoneridge, we’re revolutionizing the automotive, commercial vehicle, agriculture and off-highway industries. Our technologies are aligned with industry megatrends and are making vehicles more intelligent, more safe, more secure, and more efficient.

The Thermal Sensor Subject Matter Expert (SME) position is a critical role within our global engineering organization, responsible for shaping the future strategic direction and driving the execution of advanced development programs across all Stoneridge Control Devices systems. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in high-temperature Exhaust Gas Temperature(EGT) sensors and related environments, enabling Stoneridge to strengthen its technical leadership and competitive position in these markets.

Stoneridge System Subject Matter Experts thrive in a team-oriented environment and define success based upon their achievement of excellence.  A Subject Matter Expert explores every facet of their products with relentless curiosity, using data to guide their decision making and documenting their findings for their colleagues and customers.  Stoneridge Subject Matter Experts strive to be the recognized experts for their assigned products and share a passion to ensure that the products Stoneridge develops are aligned with market needs and expectations.

THE THERMAL SENSOR SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT AT STONERIDGE WILL PARTICIPATE IN:

The Sensing Element Subject Matter Expert at Stoneridge will play a global role in strengthening our leadership in thermal sensing technologies. This role will focus on materials, design, and manufacturing expertise for ceramic and precious metal sensing elements, supporting both product development and industrialization. The SME will serve as a technical authority, enabling best-in-class product performance, robust manufacturing processes, and long-term value creation across our sensing portfolio.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for sensing elements in thermal sensing products, with a focus on ceramic and precious metal technologies.
• Provide materials and process expertise to support global manufacturing operations and supplier development.
• Define design and process standards for sensing elements to ensure reliability, durability, and performance under harsh operating environments.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving for critical product or process issues in production and field applications.
• Collaborate with product engineering, advanced manufacturing, and supply chain teams to establish best practices for sensing element integration.
• Support customer discussions on sensing element performance, durability, and reliability to reinforce Stoneridge’s reputation as a trusted technology partner.
• Develop intellectual property and technical roadmaps for sensing element materials and manufacturing processes.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers globally on sensing element technologies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related engineering discipline is required; MS preferred.
• 8+ years of combined experience in product development and manufacturing of high temperature sensing elements, ceramics, or precious metal components.
• Proven expertise in materials characterization, processing, and performance evaluation for ceramics and/or metals.
• Experience supporting industrialization of advanced high temperature sensing elements and working with high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated success in intellectual property creation (patents, publications, technical papers).
• Strong knowledge of laboratory methods, analytical tools, and validation strategies for sensing elements.
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to operate in a global environment with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.
• Willingness to travel as needed to support local and global manufacturing, customer engagement, and technical leadership.

Stoneridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by the applicable laws in the countries we operate. Stoneridge also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.