Design Release Engineer

Stellantisfinancialservices; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Design Release Engineer with deep expertise in seat complete engineering to design, develop and release seating systems. You will ensure performance, cost and timing objectives are met, interfacing with interior cockpit, trim, restraints and electrical components.

Responsibilities include leading design releases, collaborating with suppliers on feasibility and validation, and managing CN-based change control to keep programs on track.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• 5+ years in automotive seating design, development and launch.
• Strong knowledge of injection molding, tooling, and material properties.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of seating components for final seat assembly.
• Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, durability, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage change control and coordinate with suppliers to resolve issues.
• Track program timing, cost, and quality targets and support launches.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Supplier collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited ME degree

Tools

Teamcenter/NX

Job description

Position Overview

We are looking for a Design Release Engineer (DRE) with deep expertise in seat complete engineering. This role will be responsible for the design, development, and release of world-class seating systems and components. Additionally, the DRE ensures compliance with performance, cost, and timing objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of all seating components along with interfacing commodities such as interior cockpit, trim, restraints, body, and electrical.

Key Responsibilities

Component Ownership

• Lead design & release of various seating components as they relate to the final seat assembly and JIT deliver
• Ensure designs meet functional, aesthetic, durability, and regulatory requirements

Engineering Execution

• Lead the design & development activities according to Stellantis design practice
• Ensure seat system packages correctly and integrates seamlessly within the vehicle
• Manage change control through CN systems.

Supplier Interface

• Work closely with suppliers on design feasibility, resolving engineering issues, manufacturing constraints & quality initiatives
• Support DFMEA, DVP&R and validation activities

Program Delivery

• Track and meet program timing, cost, and quality targets
• Resolve technical issues promptly and escalate risks as needed
• Support launch and plant build events

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field from an ABET-accredited university

Experience

• 5+ years in automotive seating systems design, development & launch
• Strong knowledge of injection molding, tooling, and material properties
• Familiarity with automotive standards and validation processes

Skills

• Proficiency in Teamcenter/NX
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in managing projects, including timelines and budgets
• MUST HAVE excellent communication, collaboration and supplier management skills

Preferred

• Experience with GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis (RSS)
• Knowledge of sustainability initiatives and lightweighting strategies
• Familiar with APQP processes

Why Join Us?

At Stellantis, you’ll work on innovative seating solutions that define the future of mobility. This role offers technical ownership, supplier engagement, and opportunities to influence product design.