Stellantis

Design Release Engineer - Interior Door Trim and Center Console

Stellantis • $95K — $115K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials, or Plastics Engineering or equivalent
  • 5 years of experience in automotive interiors or complex plastic assemblies
  • Familiarity with CAD tools - NX preferred, CATIA acceptable
  • Experience with quality tools like root cause analysis and 5-Why
  • Strong understanding of injection molding and DFM/A
  • Experience developing DFMEA, DVP&R, and APQP deliverables
  • Ability to travel for root cause investigations and build support

Responsibilities

  • Interface with Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, and assembly plants
  • Manage product performance against targets for functionality, cost, and weight
  • Oversee product release and change management processes
  • Direct packaging in the vehicle environment
  • Support product launch and maintenance of carryover product
  • Be responsible for design practices and release of components

Benefits

  • Collaborative cross-functional team environment
  • Opportunity to work on innovative automotive interior designs
  • Exposure to various aspects of vehicle engineering and manufacturing
  • Regular travel to plants and suppliers for hands-on experience
  • Involvement in product development from concept to launch
Full Job Description
The Design Release Engineer - Door Trim and Center Console will:
  • Interface with Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, Purchasing, Quality and Assembly Plants
  • Manage product performance to meet functional, cost, weight, and investment targets
  • Oversee product release and change management processes
  • Direct packaging in vehicle environment
  • Support AQP, PSO, product launch and ongoing maintenance of carryover product
  • Be responsible for design, design practices, lessons learned, DFMEAs, DVP&R, and oversee release of designated components


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or equivalent
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive interiors, floor consoles, cockpit systems, or complex plastic assemblies
  • Familiarity with CAD tools - NX preferred, CATIA acceptable - for packaging, design reviews, and feasibility analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with quality tools (root cause analysis, KT, 5-Why, Red X)
  • Strong understanding of injection molding, DFM/A, materials, tolerances, GD&T, and craftsmanship fundamentals
  • Experience developing and executing DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, and PPAP deliverables
  • Ability to travel regularly to plants and suppliers for root cause investigations and build support
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a cross-functional and global engineering environment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with integrated electronics such as wireless chargers, docks, USB hubs, LED ambient lighting, and console-mounted controls
  • Knowledge of console-mounted HVAC interfaces, shifter systems, storage mechanisms, dampers, latches, magnets, and soft-open/soft-close features
  • Experience working with multi-material console systems (PP, PC/ABS, TPO skins, PU foam, rubber mats, decorative trims)
  • Exposure to NVH development, squeak & rattle standards, and vehicle-level validation
  • Hands-on experience supporting launch at an OEM or Tier 1 supplier
  • Experience leading cost reduction/value engineering initiatives

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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