Application Engineer – FWD AT, CVT & Hybrid Transmissions

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Well-being

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing programs

Volunteer hours (18 per year)

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking an Application Engineer to own the application matrix and serve as the main interface between the Chief Engineer group and vehicle teams for transmission and driveline program requirements and delivery.

You will support high-level matrix development, ensure design envelope compliance, and coordinate vehicle integration studies across variants and platforms. Strong collaboration across global teams and proficiency with MS Office are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in product development design and release, with at least 1 year in propulsion systems.
• Experience working with collaborative and global teams.
• Understanding of automotive manufacturing and quality processes.
• Advanced English language skills (reading/writing).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

Responsibilities

• Owns the Application Matrix and acts as primary interface between CE group and vehicle teams for requirements and delivery of transmission and driveline products.
• Supports development of high-level Applications Matrix and interface requirements for programs across variants and platforms.
• Ensures all applications comply with design envelopes of transmission and driveline products.
• Coordinates packaging studies to meet clearance requirements and leads vehicle adaptation studies.
• negotiates requirements with vehicle platforms based on product limitations and capabilities.
• Defines and tracks vehicle and system-level functional objectives and manages design variants with controls and calibration strategies.

Skills

Collaboration

Propulsion systems

MS Office

Communication

English language

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

The Application Engineers (AEs) reports to the Chief Engineer and acts as the primary owner of the application matrix and interface between the CE group and vehicle team for requirements and delivery of the transmission and driveline products, including assembly plants.

• Responsible for supporting the Chief Engineer (CE) in the execution of designated programs
• Supports the development of high-level Applications Matrix (working with the Design System Engineer) including all interface requirements for given programs for all variants and various vehicle platforms.
• Ensures all applications fall within the design envelopes of the transmission and driveline products
• Coordinates packaging studies with each vehicle application to ensure all clearance requirements are met. Leads advanced vehicle adaptation designs studies and freezes
• Negotiates requirements with vehicle platforms based on product limitations and capabilities
• Owns the Transmission Technical Specifications and communicates application specific requirements to the team (i.e. max torque, NVH, FE, tire size, FD ratio selection, mass, etc.)
• Defines and tracks adherence to robust vehicle level and system level/sub-system functional objectives
• Leads and coordinates the required Virtual Duty Cycle analysis(es) working with Propulsion Systems Virtual PT (Rotational) and Vehicle Loads / Durability team for Structural duty cycle (BCxx)
• Coordinates external interface(s) design changes that require platform approval. Perform TOS as required.
• Develops, manages & communicates external design or assembly issues and change management.
• Responsible for the review and approval of the Application Checklist for each CN
• Coordination of application specific design variants (TCMs, adaptive hardware, dampers, vents, LV & HV wire connections, bracket attachments, etc.) including controls & calibration strategies
• Represents chief organization on vehicle assembly plant requirements & events (i.e. supports pilot builds, EOL test, VIN marking, build issues, etc.).
• Drives Layered Audits process across supplier plant(s) to ensure manufacturing / heat-treatment / assembly processes and control plan robustness
• Leads Build Readiness tasks (instrumentation plan, dyno support)
• Develops Benchmarking Plan working closely with Assistant Chief Engineer on competitive products
• Coordinates COE assessments of bulletins and engineering response to bulletins working closely with ACE (or CE)
• Coordinates data generation and approvals of AES/BES regulatory documents
• Updates and coordinates approvals of owner’s manuals
• Updates and coordinates approvals of CP, Compliance Report Standards

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
• A minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in product development design and release with a minimum of 1 or more years of propulsion systems experience
• Demonstrated experience working with collaborative and global teams
• Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes
• Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Excellent work ethic, organization skills, and communication skills
• Goes “above and beyond” always

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering

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 plans
• An 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 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.