Active Chassis & Actuation Design Release Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware design, packaging, development, and release of the brake system module(s) and brake actuation components (including electric, vacuum, and hydraulic brake boosters & vacuum hoses where applicable) and brake fluid reservoirs.
• Ensure all system and vehicle level functional objectives are met through component design and system-level validation testing.
• Lead diagnostic, hardware, and software development to meet system and vehicle functional objectives.
• Manage the project to ensure supplier deliverables are tracked and met (hardware, software, CAN communication, DV/PV testing, EMC, parts delivery, etc.).
• Oversee the overall release of components, including the bill of materials, CAD drawings, design verification plan, physical testing, issuing engineering change notices, creating and reviewing DFMEAs & DVP&Rs, and developing source packages.
• Support the purchasing organization, manufacturing at vehicle assembly plants (pilot builds, launch activities, and continuous improvement), and the service organization by developing diagnostic analysis and repair techniques.
• Support the quality organization in the PPAP process and analysis of warranty claims.
• Actively lead root cause analysis of issues identified in manufacturing, development, or aftermarket (tracking systems include GIMS, RMS, IDS, etc.).
• Communicate status to the program and engineering organization through the Global Design Lead and/or Sub System Technical Lead.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Materials/Chemical/Civil/Aerospace/Computer).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive electrical/electronics engineering.
• Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills/experience.
• Program management skills.
• Ability to present concepts/strategies/project status to large groups.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and perform job responsibilities with little supervision.
• Ability to sort through complex problems and data in pursuit of a resolution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or MBA from an ABET accredited university.
• Experience with internal Stellantis and EE systems.
• Two or more years of experience with design and validation of chassis brake systems.
• Experience specifically related to the design of chassis components.
• Ability to perform basic design activities in CATIA/NX/Teamcenter related to vehicle packaging and component design.
• Design For Six Sigma (DFSS) training.
• Formal problem-solving training (Kepner Tregoe, Shainin).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional challenges.
• Family Building Benefit: Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 17+ paid holidays (including shut-down from December 24th through New Year’s Day), vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave.
• Competitive Retirement Savings Plans: Employer match on 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up contributions, plus an employer contribution even if you don’t contribute.
• Income Protection & Insurance Options: Employer-provided and voluntary plans, including life insurance, group accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Company Vehicle Lease Program: Eligible employees and their families can lease Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included, plus exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
• Support for Growth and Giving Back: Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing programs, and 18 paid volunteer hours annually.