12+ years in automotive engineering or related fields.
Proven leadership in complex engineering projects.
Experience managing quality, timing, cost, and technical risks.
Strong grasp of automotive product development and launch processes.
Ability to influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Responsibilities
Act as the main liaison between Propulsion Systems and Vehicle teams.
Represent Propulsion Systems in governance forums, communicating status and risks.
Lead integration of propulsion system deliverables to meet program targets.
Coordinate activities during early program phases with Vehicle Engineering.
Monitor development plans and drive recovery actions for at-risk milestones.
Identify and prioritize vehicle and propulsion system needs, resolving issues.
Oversee Bill of Material and engineering change management across systems.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.
Engagement in high-impact vehicle programs from development to launch.
Chance to influence automotive engineering processes and standards.
International travel opportunities to enhance global collaboration.
Access to advanced engineering tools and methodologies.
Full Job Description
The Segment Sub System Technical Director serves as the primary Propulsion Systems interface to Vehicle, Platform and Top Hat teams for assigned vehicle programs. The role is responsible for coordinating the integration and execution of propulsion system hardware, software, controls and calibration deliverables from early program development through vehicle launch and start of production.
The Sub System Technical Director leads cross-functional coordination across Propulsion Systems and Vehicle Engineering to ensure program quality, performance, timing and cost objectives are achieved, while driving resolution and escalation of technical and program risks that could impact vehicle milestones or production readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact between Propulsion Systems and Vehicle, Platform and Top Hat teams for assigned vehicle programs.
Represent Propulsion Systems in Vehicle, Platform and System Table governance forums, ensuring clear and timely communication of program status, priorities, risks and decisions.
Lead the integration and execution of propulsion system hardware, software, controls and calibration deliverables against program quality, cost, timing and performance targets.
Coordinate Propulsion Systems activities during early program and bulletin studies in partnership with Planning and Vehicle Engineering.
Monitor application plans, hardware implementation timing and vehicle KPIs throughout development, driving recovery actions when targets or milestones are at risk.
Identify vehicle and propulsion system needs, establish priorities and coordinate issue resolution and escalation across the appropriate engineering and business functions.
Coordinate Bill of Material (BOM) and engineering change management requirements across Propulsion Systems.
Coordinate system-level timing and cost with subsystem leads when a dedicated System Chief is not assigned.
Oversee the availability and representativeness of test objects required to support vehicle development and validation.
Support vehicle build and launch phases, including parts and software readiness, vehicle triage, issue resolution, root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Provide or coordinate Propulsion Systems support at North American assembly plants during critical vehicle build and launch phases.
Lead the team while coordinating matrixed resources across Propulsion Systems, Vehicle Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing and other functions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Minimum of 12 years of experience in automotive engineering, propulsion systems, vehicle integration, product development, or a related engineering discipline.
Demonstrated experience leading complex engineering deliverables across multiple technical functions.
Experience managing program quality, timing, cost, performance and technical risks.
Strong understanding of automotive product development, validation and vehicle launch processes.
Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrixed engineering organization.
Strong technical problem-solving skills, including experience driving root-cause analysis, corrective actions and issue escalation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate technical and program topics with senior leadership.
Ability to manage multiple programs, competing technical priorities and critical deadlines.
Ability to support vehicle build and launch activities at North American assembly plants as required.
International travel of 30%
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with propulsion system hardware, software, controls and/or calibration.
Experience working directly with vehicle engineering or vehicle program teams.
Experience supporting vehicle builds, launches or manufacturing plants.
Experience with engineering change management and BOM processes.
Experience working across regional and global engineering organizations.
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.
