Application Engineer - Transmissions

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health & well-being

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, AL is seeking an Application Engineer to manage external interfaces between the transmission and vehicle platforms, owning specifications and driving decisions affecting the transmission.

You will coordinate packaging studies, lead advanced adaptation work, negotiate requirements with transmission capabilities, and own the Transmission Technical Specification, communicating factors like torque, NVH, and mass across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• At least 5 years of engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of powertrain, engine, and transmission operation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Travel to supplier and assembly plants (Canada and Mexico) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the Applications Matrix across programs, variants, and vehicle platforms.
• Coordinate vehicle packaging and clearance studies and lead advanced adaptation studies.
• Negotiate vehicle requirements against transmission capabilities and limitations.
• Own the Transmission Technical Specification (TTS) and communicate application requirements such as torque, NVH, fuel economy, tire size, final-drive ratio, and mass.
• Define and track vehicle, system, and subsystem functional objectives.
• Coordinate application-specific designs including torque converters, dampers, vents, LV/HV connections, brackets, transmission oil cooling, PIM/e-motor integration, controls, and calibration.
• Support vehicle assembly plants, pilot builds, EOL testing, VIN marking, and build issues.
• Lead build-readiness activities, prototype hardware procurement, ED&D requests, BRT prototype orders, and build-related transmission/parts logistics.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

The Application Engineer manages the external interfaces between the transmission and vehicle platform, including packaging and functional requirements, and uses the CE/COE organizations to drive decisions affecting the transmission.

The Candidate will:

• Own and develop the Applications Matrix across programs, variants, and vehicle platforms
• Coordinate vehicle packaging and clearance studies and lead advanced adaptation studies
• Negotiate vehicle requirements against transmission capabilities and limitations
• Own the Transmission Technical Specification (TTS) and communicate application requirements such as torque, NVH, fuel economy, tire size, final-drive ratio, and mass
• Define and track vehicle, system, and subsystem functional objectives
• Coordinate application-specific designs including torque converters, dampers, vents, LV/HV connections, brackets, transmission oil cooling, PIM/e-motor integration, controls, and calibration
• Support vehicle assembly plants, pilot builds, EOL testing, VIN marking, and build issues
• Lead build-readiness activities, prototype hardware procurement, ED&D requests, BRT prototype orders, and build-related transmission/parts logistics

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related degree field
• 5 years of engineering experience
• Working knowledge of powertrain, engine, and transmission operation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Some supplier and assembly-plant travel, including Canada and Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• 2 years of transmission/driveline experience with an OEM or Tier 1/2 supplier is preferred.
• DFSS/Shainin Green or Black Belt, CAE/CFD experience, hands-on mechanical experience, electric-motor experience, DFMEA, DVP&R, and manufacturing/quality knowledge.

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.