Design & Release/Development & Validation Engineers (DVE) for Automatic Transmissions, Drivelines and Gear Reducers

About the role

Design & Release Engineers (DRE) and Development & Validation Engineers (DVE) for Automatic Transmissions, Drivelines, and Gear Reducers are responsible for designing, developing, and validating components and systems. Work closely with other engineering groups interacting with the transmission, including—but not limited to—transmission hardware, software, calibration, thermal management, engine, and driveline engineering organizations.

The candidate will be responsible for test execution to ensure functional objectives and durability goals are met. This includes test planning, bill-of-material development, test cell setup and debug, test schedule development, root cause analysis of test stoppages throughout the test, and leading the test article inspection and report following the end of each test. The test engineer will initiate root cause analysis and solution development if and when test failures are identified.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or related engineering field
• A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in Automatic Transmission hardware design, driveline design, or hardware validation
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience with basic PC software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)
• Highly motivated, self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects and maintain a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Engineering
• Experience in transmission design, development, and testing
• DFSS Green Belt certification
• Calibration or controls development experience (preferred for DVE opportunities)
• Specific experience with software, calibration, transmission efficiency, and/or thermal management
• Understanding of transmission operation and the interaction between gears, clutches, and electrohydraulic components
• Experience with transmission testing procedures, in-vehicle or on dynamometer, and related considerations

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, plus an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Family Building Benefits: Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy
• Generous Paid Time Off: 17+ paid holidays (including year-end shutdown from December 24th to 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 regardless of employee contributions
• 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 immediate family 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