Design & Release Engineer - Exhaust

This position will be responsible for the design, development, timing, and production release of a vehicle line exhaust system and/or underbody heat shields. Other responsibilities include quality & warranty improvements, value optimization, weight reduction, and other efficiency improvement initiatives. In addition, the engineer will communicate technical product status and/or issues to all levels of management. The Design & Release Engineer will interact with suppliers and will work closely with internal and external groups such as testing and prototype labs, CAE engineers, the vehicle program teams, supplier operations, and manufacturing plants. Basic Qualifications: A Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related degree field A minimum of 5 years of design/development automotive engineering experience in exhaust systemsSelf-starter with strong leadership, communication & organizational skills and demonstrated problem-solving ability Preferred Requirements: Masters Degree in EngineeringAutomotive experience Product engineering experience Prototype experience Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green Belt certification Solid understanding of system/component design preferred.General understanding of NX, TeamCenter and CoDeP preferred.Experience in the following areas would be beneficial: Formula SAE, Baja, or similar experience in college.Siemens & Adobe products including -- Vis Mockup, TeamCenter and PDF’sMicrosoft Office Suite Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plansAn employer contribution, even if you don't contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursementStudent loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work. Our Benefits — Designed With You In Mind Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected. Also, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers confidential support for personal and professional challenges, always ready when you need it. Family Building Benefit We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy. Generous Paid Time Off We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most. Competitive Retirement Savings Plans We Help You Plan For The Future With: An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plansAn employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute Income Protection & Insurance Options Benefit from both employer-provided and voluntary plan offerings, including life insurance, group accident, critical illness, etc. - supporting the needs of you and your family and ensuring peace of mind. Company Vehicle Lease Program Eligible employees and their immediate families can participate in the company vehicle lease program, providing access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, and unlimited miles included. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products. Support for Your Growth and Giving Back We believe in investing in your future and your passions: Tuition reimbursementStudent loan refinancing programs18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community And so much more! When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work. At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future. EOE / Disability / Veteran