Air Induction Design and Release Engineer

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Design Release Engineer for the Engine Air Handling Systems. You will lead the design, development, and release of intake manifolds, ducts and purge systems, driving PPAP milestones and coordinating with multiple teams.

Strong DFMEA, DVP&R and CAE skills are required, with hands-on NX CAD experience and leadership ability. The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering and 5+ years designing and releasing mechanical components for

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in design, development and manufacturing of mechanical components.
• Experience with DFMEA and DVP&R.
• Knowledge of Mechanics of Materials, CAE, GD&T.
• Ability to author system/component level requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Strong project management skills/experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of Engine Air Handling System hardware and interfaces.
• Develop and refine air handling and purge systems for function, cost and quality.
• Support CAD modeling, FEA, and validation methods.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful release.
• Manage design release activities through PPAP milestones.
• Own BOMs and ECNs for turbocharger components.
• Drive PPAP compliance and performance validation.

Skills

Mechanical design

DFMEA

DVP&R

Project management

Communication

CAE analysis

Materials selection

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

Siemens NX

CAD software

Job description

The Design Release Engineer for the Engine Air Handling Systems is responsible for the design, development, and technical leadership in the creation, validation, and release of Air Handling hardware and systems including INTAKE MANIFOLDS, cold air ducts, etc. This includes all components associated with getting air into and out of the engine including boosting hardware, charge air cooling, purge systems, etc. The role involves driving the design through all phases of the product lifecycle, including design concept, engineering validation, and production release through PPAP (Production Part Approval Process).

Design & Development

• Lead the design of the Engine Air Handling System hardware, ducting and engine interfaces.
• Develop and refine the Air Handling and Purge System for function, cost and quality, durability, NVH, etc.
• Support CAD modeling, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and other design validation methods to ensure structural integrity and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams (airflow, thermal, packaging) to integrate the turbocharger system.
• Release & Program Management:
• Manage design release activities from early concept through production, including the timely completion of B-Sample, C-Sample, X0, X1, X2, and X3 milestones.
• Own the Bill of Materials (BOM) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) for turbocharger components.
• Ensure all parts meet quality, cost, and timing requirements.
• Drive the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) for turbocharger components, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and customer specifications.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, suppliers, and quality, to ensure the successful release and implementation of designs.

Technical Guidance & Problem Solving

• Provide technical leadership and support during the development and production stages to resolve design issues, material selection challenges, and process-related problems.
• Lead DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and other risk assessment activities to ensure design robustness and mitigate potential issues.
• Participate in the development of testing strategies for turbocharger components, including vibration, crash, and thermal testing.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with suppliers to ensure design feasibility, cost competitiveness, and manufacturability of turbocharger components.
• Collaborate with validation teams to define and implement validation testing, ensuring turbocharger components meet functional and performance metrics.
• Partner with vehicle integration teams to ensure proper fitment, safety, and integration of turbocharger components into the overall vehicle platform.

Documentation & Reporting

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including design specifications, drawings, test plans, and validation reports.
• Ensure that all technical documentation is up-to-date and aligns with program timelines and PPAP requirements.
• Report on project status, timelines, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders.

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering or related degree field.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working with design, development and manufacturing of components, which may include metal part machining, stamping, casting, or injection molded plastics, etc.
• Understanding of product development documentation such as, DFMEA and DVP&R.
• Understanding of Mechanics of Materials, Sealing systems, CAE Analysis, and GD&T.
• Experience in selecting materials and manufacturing methods for mechanical components.
• Ability to author system/component level requirements.
• Strong interpersonal communication, team/leadership skills/experience.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong project management skills/experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
• Working experience in creation and execution of validation plans.
• Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving.
• Working experience with 3D cad programs, preferably Siemens NX.

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 plans
• An 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

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 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.

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