Stellantis

Application Engineer - Transmission & Driveline

Stellantis • $90K — $120K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Chemical or Computer Engineering.
  • 5+ years of engineering experience in product development design and release.
  • 3+ years of propulsion systems experience.
  • Experience with global teams and collaborative work environments.
  • Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing and quality processes.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Chief Engineer in executing designated programs.
  • Develop high-level Applications Matrix working with Design System Engineer.
  • Ensure applications comply within transmission and driveline design envelopes.
  • Coordinate packaging studies for vehicle applications.
  • Negotiate requirements with vehicle platforms based on product capabilities.
  • Own and communicate Transmission Technical Specifications for the team.
  • Lead Virtual Duty Cycle analysis with relevant teams.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and influence advanced product development.
  • Engagement in cross-functional projects with significant visibility.
  • Chance to work on cutting-edge transmission and driveline technology.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development in the engineering field.
Full Job Description
The Chief Engineering team is the fully accountable single point technical contact for transmission and driveline products and includes all aspects of product delivery for current production, new product development, or advanced projects. (the "what" and the "when".)

The Application Engineer will report to the Chief Engineer and will act as the primary owner of the application matrix and interface between the CE group and vehicle team for requirements and delivery of the transmission and driveline products, including assembly plants.

The job duties and responsibilities include:
  • Responsible for supporting the Chief Engineer (CE) in the execution of designated programs
  • Supports the development of high-level Applications Matrix (working with the Design System Engineer) including all interface requirements for given programs for all variants and various vehicle platforms.
  • Ensures all applications fall within the design envelopes of the the transmission and driveline products
  • Coordinates packaging studies with each vehicle application to ensure all clearance requirements are met. Leads advanced vehicle adaptation designs studies and freezes
  • Negotiates requirements with vehicle platforms based on product limitations and capabilities
  • Owns the Transmission Technical Specifications and communicates application specific requirements to the team (i.e. max torque, NVH, FE, tire size, FD ratio selection, mass, etc.)
  • Defines and tracks adherence to robust vehicle level and system level/sub-system functional objectives
  • Leads and coordinates the required Virtual Duty Cycle analysis(es) working with Propulsion Systems Virtual PT (Rotational) and Vehicle Loads / Durability team for Structural duty cycle (BCxx)
  • Coordinates external interface(s) design changes that require platform approval. Perform TOS as required.
  • Develops, manages & communicates external design or assembly issues and change management.
  • Responsible for the review and approval of the Application Checklist for each CN
  • Coordination of application specific design variants (TCMs, adaptive hardware, dampers, vents, LV & HV wire connections, bracket attachments, etc) including controls & calibration strategies
  • Represents chief organization on vehicle assembly plant requirements & events (i.e. supports pilot builds, EOL test, VIN marking, build issues, etc.).
  • Drives Layered Audits process across supplier plant(s) to ensure manufacturing / heat-treatment / assembly processes and control plan robustness
  • Leads Build Readiness tasks (instrumentation plan, dyno support)
  • Develops Benchmarking Plan working closely with Assistant Chief Engineer on competitive products
  • Coordinates COE assessments of bulletins and engineering response to bulletins working closely with ACE (or CE)
  • Coordinates data generation and approvals of AES/BES regulatory documents
  • Updates and coordinates approvals of owner's manuals
  • Updates and coordinates approvals of CP, Compliance Report Standards

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and uncertainty and effect lasting change through effective communication and experience.
  • Proactive, learning, self-driven, teamwork oriented.
  • Efficient work under pressure and high communication skills.
  • Training in problem solving techniques.
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
  • Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelors degree in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Chemical or Computer Engineering or related degree field
  • A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in product development design and release with a minimum of 3 years of propulsion systems experience
  • Demonstrated experience working with collaborative and global teams
  • Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes
  • Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
  • Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Excellent work ethic, organization skills, and communication skills
  • Goes "above and beyond" always

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in an engineering related field
  • Design for Six Sigma certification

About Stellantis

Stellantis is a multinational automotive manufacturer formed in 2021 by the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA. The company designs, produces, and sells a wide range of vehicles under various brands, including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, and Vauxhall. Stellantis operates in over 130 countries and has 14 brands in its portfolio. The company is committed to sustainable mobility and has set ambitious targets for reducing its carbon footprint and increasing the share of electric vehicles in its sales.
Learn more about Stellantis
Size
400,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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