The
Structures and Interiors Innovation Engineer operates within the Concept and Pre-Program Engineering organization, supporting the Structures and Interiors Innovation function. This role is responsible for leading advanced engineering initiatives that integrate Body-in-White (BIW), Structures, and Interior systems, with a focus on developing scalable, production-feasible innovations and features for Stellantis.
The position serves as
project leader, technical pilot, and single-point engineering authority for innovation programs spanning upper body, structures, greenhouse, passenger compartment, rear shelf, rear compartment, exteriors, glazing, seating, cockpit, and restraint systems.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead advanced innovation projects from concept definition through feasibility and proof-of-concept (POC) validation, with clear technical ownership
- Serve as the single-point technical interface for cross-functional teams (design, CAE, manufacturing, suppliers)
- Develop and mature integrated Structures-Interiors solutions that deliver measurable improvements in:
- Mass reduction / lightweighting
- Cost and investment efficiency
- Manufacturing feasibility and complexity reduction
- Product performance (NVH, durability, crash, usability)
- Apply deep expertise in BIW Structures and Interior Systems to resolve complex engineering problems and enable differentiated vehicle features
- Drive multi-material strategies (steel, aluminum, magnesium, composites), advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., additive manufacturing, forming, joining) and Interiors integration of Seats, Instrument Panel, Cockpit, Consoles and Restraints.
- Translate innovation concepts into validated engineering-ready architectures and package solutions
- Support Technology Roadmap development for Structures and Interiors in alignment with Discipline Manager - Advanced Structures and Interiors leadership and present to Technical Executives.
- Interface with global teams and suppliers to ensure technical alignment and execution feasibility
- Lead and contribute to early-stage CAD, architecture studies, and system-level trade-off analyses
Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- Minimum 6 years of engineering experience, including:
- ≥4 years in BIW Structures design/development and/or Interior Systems release engineering
- Demonstrated track record of:
- Increasing technical responsibility and leadership in engineering programs
- Driving engineering solutions from concept to implementation
- Mentoring and developing technical talent
- Strong capability in:
- Technical communication (written and verbal)
- Analytical and experience-based problem solving
- Cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced engineering environment
Preferred Qualifications:- Master's degree in engineering
- DFSS Green Belt (or equivalent structured problem-solving certification)
- Experience supporting vehicle programs, in-plant activities, or launches
- Strong understanding of:
- Federal Safety Regulations and third-party performance metrics
- BIW, Structures and Interiors performance attributes (crash, durability, NVH, packaging)
- System-level trade-offs and structural optimization methodologies
- Working knowledge of CAE disciplines (impact, durability, NVH) and interpretation of simulation results
- Broad materials experience including:
- Advanced high-strength steels (AHSS), aluminum, magnesium and titanium
- Advanced Composites, SMC, Carbon Fiber
- Release engineering experience across:
- BIW / Structures, Exteriors
- Interiors, Seating, Cockpit systems
- Familiarity with:
- AI-assisted engineering tools (e.g., Copilot, knowledge-based systems, KBE)
- Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) applications
