Cockpit Design Release Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Company vehicle lease

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn Hills, MI seeks an engineer to design, develop and release cockpit components for automotive ECUs. You will manage programs and suppliers, track issues, and drive cradle-to-grave release activities including specs, sourcing docs, PFMEA/DVPRs, validation plans, and launch support.

Basic qualifications include a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering and at least 1 year of ECU design/release experience; strong communication, teamwork and program management skills are

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 1 year design and release experience with automotive ECUs.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment; requires minimal direction.
• Logical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Detail oriented and results-driven.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs.
• Excellent program management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Program and supplier management.
• Open issue tracking with proactive issue resolution.
• Release activity from cradle to grave (specs, sourcing docs, engineering changes, validation plans, etc.).
• Risk identification with detailed mitigation and management plans.
• Collaborate with cockpit engineers and cross-functional teams to validate CKPT systems.

Skills

Program management

Communication skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

CAN/LIN/Ethernet protocols

Job description

The candidate will be responsible for the design, development and release of cockpit components - Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Program & supplier management
• Open issue tracking with proactive issue resolution
• Delivery to all vehicle program milestones, and all aspects of cradle to grave release activity (specifications, sourcing documents, engineering change management, requirements clarification and cross-functional team alignment, generate program development timelines, lead component packaging, component/system HW/SW validation plans, develop ECU diagnostics, conduct HW/SW design reviews, author/review/approve FMEAs & DVPRs, PFMEA reviews, process standards, in-plant calibrations, launch support, safe-launch plan development, identify quality improvements, rapid response to warranty, technical cost reductions, etc.).
• Responsible for risk identification and maintaining detailed risk assessment, mitigation, and management plans with frequent updates to senior leadership.
• Work closely with cockpit engineers and cross-functional teams to execute and validate complex CKPT systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field
• Minimum 1 year design and release experience with automotive ECUs (electronic modules)
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively operate both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced work environment; requires minimal direction
• Logical thinker who can sort through complex issues in pursuit of a resolution
• Detail oriented, results driven Engineer
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Docs
• Excellent program management and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with design, development, and release of cockpit components
• Experience with DFMEAs, PFMEAs, and DVPRs
• Familiar with CAN/LIN/LVDS/Ethernet communication protocols and troubleshooting tools
• Experience in root cause and DFSS techniques (is-is not, 5-why, DMAIC, 8D, 5-penny, fishbone/fault-tree analysis)
• Experience using Vector tools (CANoe, CANalyzer)

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 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.