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Stellantis

Senior Design & Release Engineer – Transmission, Driveline & eDrive Systems

Stellantis

Location
Onsite (Auburn Hills, Michigan)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Senior Level
Posted 1 week ago

About the Role

Stellantis is seeking a Senior Design & Release Engineer to lead the end-to-end development of transmission, driveline, and eDrive systems. This role involves technical leadership within the Engineering Center of Excellence, managing supplier collaboration and cross-functional integration for innovative automotive systems.

Skills

Design & Release Engineering Transmission Systems Driveline Systems eDrive Systems GD&T Supplier Sourcing Product Lifecycle Management Virtual Analysis Technical Leadership Engineering Drawings System Architecture Validation Industrialization Cross-functional Collaboration Project Management Performance Testing

Full job details

We are seeking a Senior Design & Release Engineer (DRE) to lead the development of key components and systems within transmission, driveline, and electric drive (eDrive) systems. 

 

This role owns end-to-end product development, from requirements definition and concept design through supplier sourcing, validation, and production launch. You will serve as a technical lead within the Engineering Center of Excellence (COE), partnering with cross-functional teams and global suppliers. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Own the full product lifecycle for transmission, driveline, or eDrive components (design, release, validation, industrialization) 
  • Define technical requirements, system architecture, and design concepts for components and subassemblies 
  • Lead supplier sourcing, technical reviews, and engineering collaboration with global suppliers 
  • Develop and release engineering drawings and specifications in alignment with GD&T standards 
  • Support virtual analysis, testing, and validation to ensure performance and durability 
  • Act as technical lead within the COE, driving design direction and resolving complex issues 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and program teams 
  • Present updates and technical decisions to senior and executive leadership 
  • Travel as needed to support supplier development and program execution 
Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field 
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions, driveline systems, or electric drive units 
  • A mininum of 5 years of Design & Release engineering (DRE) experience
  • Strong knowledge of transmission, driveline, or EDU system functionality
  • Experience within an OEM or Tier 1 supplier environment 
  • Proficiency in GD&T, engineering drawings, and virtual analysis tools 
  • Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills 
  • Ability to influence cross-functional technical decisions 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering 
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification