Stellantis

Project Vehicle Systems Synthesis Manager - Advanced Programs

Stellantis • $120K — $145K *
Auburn Hills, MI 48326In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of automotive development experience, focusing on vehicle integration and dynamics
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle
  • Strong ability to manage diverse teams and stakeholders across different disciplines
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated process thinker with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Deep knowledge of vehicle attributes and system interactions
  • Skilled in conveying complex engineering concepts clearly to senior management and stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Own the vehicle synthesis process, coordinating alignment among engineering domains
  • Define and manage vehicle-level performance targets across various attributes
  • Lead cross-functional teams in concept development and powertrain selection
  • Collaborate with packaging, powertrain, and aerodynamics teams to optimize vehicle performance
  • Conduct vehicle integration reviews and program milestone assessments
  • Ensure all systems meet packaging and functional requirements while keeping costs competitive
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within the integration and synthesis engineering team

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
  • Collaborative team environment that fosters innovation
  • Engagement with cutting-edge automotive technology
  • Impact on enhancing customer experience and vehicle performance
  • Pathway to influence project direction and outcomes
Full Job Description
The Project Vehicle Systems Synthesis Manager is responsible for leading the integration and synthesis of all vehicle systems to achieve world-class performance, quality, and customer experience targets. This role serves as the technical bridge between chassis, powertrain, body, and electrical teams-ensuring that all subsystems come together as one cohesive and optimized vehicle. You will oversee vehicle-level attribute balancing, performance target setting, and benchmarking, driving cross-functional alignment from concept through contract milestone.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead Vehicle Integration: Own the vehicle synthesis process, ensuring alignment across engineering domains to achieve vehicle functional objectives.
  • Attribute Management: Define, track, and balance vehicle-level targets (weight, aero, fuel economy, ride/handling, towing, etc.) across programs.
  • Vehicle Development Leadership: Guide cross-functional teams through concept definition, powertrain selection, development timing, budget roll-ups, and competitive assessments.
  • Performance Optimization: Work closely with packaging, powertrain, weight and aerodynamics teams to deliver best-in-class vehicles.
  • Technical Reviews: Lead vehicle integration reviews and program milestone scorecard assessments.
  • System Compatibility: Ensure packaging and functional requirements are met while maintaining performance at a competitive cost.
  • Team Development: Lead a team of vehicle integration and synthesis engineers; foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration.
  • Benchmarking and Target Setting: Lead competitive vehicle benchmarking, performance analysis, and technical target derivation.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years of automotive development experience - preferably including experience in vehicle integration, vehicle dynamics, or system engineering
  • Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the full product lifecycle.
  • 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
  • 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 vehicles, the customer, and continuous innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
  • A minimum of 10 years or more of automotive development experience - preferably including experience in vehicle integration, vehicle dynamics, or system engineering

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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