Stellantis

Design Release Engineer

Stellantis • $85K — $110K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Automotive, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated mechanical engineering aptitude through work experience or academic projects.
  • Strong communication skills for interfacing with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the release of steering system components and related documentation.
  • Interface with Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, Purchasing, Quality, and Assembly Plants.
  • Directly oversee product performance to meet cost and weight targets.
  • Conduct product release and change management processes efficiently.
  • Manage supplier and internal Design Verification Plans and DFMEAs.
  • Support product launch and ongoing maintenance of existing components.
  • Develop and refine design requirements focusing on functional safety and performance.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge vehicle technology and design processes.
  • Opportunities for professional development and certification in quality and reliability.
  • Hands-on involvement in the design and release of vehicle components.
Full Job Description
The Steering Design Release Engineer is responsible for the design and validation of steering systems. The position will include all aspects of component design to ensure all system and vehicle level functional objectives are met. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: managing the release of the components, bill of material, CAD drawings, design verification plan, physical testing, management of suppliers, issuing change notices, vehicle build support, issue resolution, and PPAP.

The engineer will:
  • Interface with Vehicle Engineering, suppliers, Purchasing, Quality and Assembly Plants.
  • Manage product performance to meet functional, cost and weight targets.
  • Perform product release and change management processes.
  • Direct packaging in vehicle environment
  • Manage supplier and internal DVP&R's and DFMEA's
  • Support AQP, PSO, product launch, and ongoing maintenance of carryover product.
  • Be responsible for design and release of designated components.
  • Develop and refine requirements considering functional, safety, reliability, and performance.


Basic Qualifications:

The engineer must have:
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Automotive or Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of engineering experience.
  • Aptitude for mechanical engineering demonstrated by work experience or academic projects.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to interface with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

A preferred candidate would possess:
  • Strong GD&T skill set.
  • Strong project management skills/experience
  • Proficiency in engineering disciplines, such as DVP&R, DFMEA, etc.
  • Formal training/experience in problem solving, quality and reliability.
  • Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green belt / Black Belt certification.
  • Action oriented and customer focused.
  • Experience in manufacturing of vehicle components and vehicle assembly.
  • Previous experience with steering systems, with specific focus on SbW applications.

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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