Stellantis

Design Release Engineer - Cylinder Head

Stellantis • $85K — $110K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET accredited school.
  • 3+ years working experience with engine structural components, preferably cylinder heads.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes like aluminum sand casting and machining.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T principles and processes.
  • Ability to interpret structural and thermal CAE analysis results.
  • Knowledge of product development documentation such as DFMEA and DVP&R.
  • Proficient in authoring system/component level requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of engine cylinder heads aligned with vehicle requirements.
  • Develop concepts for new applications focusing on safety and performance.
  • Support CAD modeling and FEA for design validation.
  • Manage design release activities from concept to production milestones.
  • Oversee Bill of Materials and Engineering Change Notices for projects.
  • Drive compliance with production approval processes and customer specifications.
  • Provide technical guidance to resolve design and material challenges.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
  • Provisions for employee growth and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Flexible work schedules and potential remote work options.
  • Wellness programs and resources to support mental health.
  • Employee discounts on Stellantis vehicles.
Full Job Description
This role is for a Design and Release engineer to continue development and improve quality of cylinder heads for internal combustion engines in Stellantis' Vehicles. This role would include continued design and development for future applications, quality improvements, engineering Change management, and validation of engine cylinder heads. This may include all phases of the product lifecycle, including design concept, engineering validation, and production release through PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design & Development:
    • Lead the continued design and development of engine cylinder heads, ensuring alignment with vehicle and powertrain requirements.
    • Develop and refine concepts for cylinder heads for new applications based on functional, safety, and performance requirements.
    • Support CAD modeling, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and other design validation methods to ensure cylinder heads meet all functional requirements.
    • Collaborate with other engineering teams (electrical, thermal, packaging) to integrate the cylinder heads into the overall powertrain architecture.
  • Release & Program Management:
    • Manage design release activities from early concept through production, including the timely completion of B-Sample, C-Sample, X0, X1, X2, and X3 milestones.
    • Own the Bill of Materials (BOM) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for engine cylinder heads.
    • Ensure all parts meet quality, cost, and timing requirements.
    • Drive the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for engine cylinder heads, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer specifications.
    • Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, suppliers, and quality, to ensure the successful release and implementation of designs.
  • Technical Guidance & Problem Solving:
    • Provide technical leadership and support during the development and production stages to resolve design issues, material selection challenges, and process-related problems.
    • Lead DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and other risk assessment activities to ensure design robustness and mitigate potential issues.
    • Lead in the development of testing strategies for engine cylinder head validation.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:
    • Work closely with suppliers to ensure design feasibility, cost competitiveness, and manufacturability of engine cylinder heads.
    • Collaborate with validation teams to define and implement validation testing, ensuring engine cylinder heads meet functional and performance metrics.
    • Work with cross-functional team of suppliers, quality, purchasing, and engineering to resolve any quality issues related to engine cylinder heads.
  • Documentation & Reporting:
    • Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications, drawings, test plans, and validation reports.
    • Ensure that all technical documentation is up-to-date and aligns with program timelines and PPAP requirements.
    • Report on project status, timelines, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school or equivalent.
  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience working with engine structural components (cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, etc...). Experience in Cylinder Heads directly is preferred.
  • Understanding engine structural components and related manufacturing processes, such as aluminum sand casting, machining, welding, gaging, etc..
  • Strong understanding of GD&T principles and processes.
  • Understanding of structural and thermal CAE analysis. Do not need to know how to perform the analysis, but must be able to understand and interpret analysis results/reports.
  • Understanding of product development documentation such as, DFMEA and DVP&R
  • Understanding of Mechanics of Materials, Sealing systems, fasteners
  • Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for engine structural components.
  • Ability to author system/component level requirements
  • Strong interpersonal communication, team/leadership skills/experience
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong project management skills/experience


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited school or equivalent
  • Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans
  • Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving.
  • Working experience with 3D cad programs, preferably Siemens NX
  • 5+ years of relevant experience working with engine structural components (cylinder blocks, cylinder heads, etc...). Experience in Cylinder Heads directly is preferred.

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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