Stellantis

Global Off-Road Vehicle Development Lead

Stellantis • $110K — $130K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related technical field
  • 5+ years of automotive development experience, preferably in vehicle integration and sciences
  • Proven ability to manage cross-disciplinary teams and direct reports
  • Detail-oriented self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
  • Deep understanding of vehicle system interactions and trade-offs
  • Skilled in simplifying complex engineering concepts for diverse audiences
  • Passionate about cars, trucks, motorsports, and innovation
  • Experience in off-roading activities, both recreational and professional

Responsibilities

  • Guide cross-functional teams through vehicle development and validation phases
  • Own the off-road development and validation processes including target management
  • Lead benchmarking, performance analysis, and technical target setting
  • Conduct technical reviews and off-road performance assessments
  • Manage corporate off-road training and lead development trip activities
  • Support special events and manage off-road facility design and operations

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge off-road vehicle technology
  • Collaboration with global teams and experts in the field
  • Engagement in innovative feature development and validation
  • Active participation in off-road training and events
  • Support for continuous learning and development opportunities
Full Job Description
The Global Off-Road Vehicle Development Lead is responsible for leading the integration and synthesis of all vehicle systems to achieve world-class off-road performance, quality, and customer experience targets for the some of the world's most capable off-road models. This role serves as the technical bridge between vehicle programs, all global regions, and the chassis, powertrain, body, interior, and electrical teams - driving cross-functional alignment from concept through production launch. You will oversee vehicle-level attribute balancing, performance target setting, and feature development and validation.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Global Off-Road Leadership: Guide cross-functional teams through concept definition, vehicle development and final validation phases as well as lead global harmonization and alignment efforts related to off-road performance.
  • Lead Off-Road Development and Validation: Own the off-road development and validation processes including Customer Functional Objectives and DVP&R management, new feature development, and drive excellence in vehicle performance.
  • Benchmarking, Target Setting and Innovation: Lead competitive vehicle benchmarking, performance analysis, and technical target derivation, as well as spearhead innovation activities on new features.
  • Technical Reviews and Trail Rating Assessments: Lead virtual and physical off-road performance assessments (Trail and Desert Rating), vehicle-level design reviews, program milestone assessments, and escalation meetings.
  • Off-Road Training and Skills Development: Manage corporate off-road training and lead development trip activities (act as a trail guide/spotter, provide safety and recovery training, etc.)
  • Special Events and Off-Road Facility Management: Support internal and external special events as well as internal facility and off-road event design and management.


Basic Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related, technical field
  • Experience: 5+ years of well-rounded automotive development experience - preferably including experience with leading teams in vehicle integration, vehicle sciences (Dynamics, NVH, etc), or system engineering
  • Work effectively and manage direct and non-direct reports across multiple unique disciplines
  • Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and a self-directed process thinker with well-developed problem-solving skills
  • Deep understanding of vehicle attributes, system interactions, and trade-off management
  • Ability to simplify complex engineering topics, develop and deliver a presentation concisely to all levels of management and external audiences/media
  • Ability to make quick decisions using sound engineering logic while representing the Voice of the Customer
  • Ability to define the engineering logic behind features and systems critical to the customer experience
  • Passion for cars & trucks, motorsports / vehicle recreation and continuous innovation.
  • Experienced in recreational or professional off-roading activities

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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