Design Release Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Family building

PTO and holidays

Retirement plans

Vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement and volunteerhrs

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI seeks a Cooling System Design and Release Engineer to lead end‑to‑end design, development, validation and release of cooling components for electrified vehicles.

You will work with cross‑functional teams, manage suppliers, and apply DFSS/APQP while using CATIA V5, NX, Vis Mockup and TeamCenter to optimize performance. This role requires a 5+ year automotive background and a Mechanical or Electrical engineering degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Five+ years of automotive engineering experience
• Strong understanding of cooling components (radiators, condensers, fans, pumps, valves, heaters)
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and/or Unigraphics NX
• Experience with Vis Mockup and TeamCenter for collaborative design and visualization

Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end design, development, validation, and release of various cooling components for electrified vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure cooling components meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
• Create, maintain, and manage the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and DFMEA documents for cooling components.
• Drive program timing milestones by coordinating tasks, resources, and activities within the project timeline.
• Apply APQP principles to guide development and ensure robust product launches.
• Utilize CAE tools to conduct simulations and optimize component designs for efficiency and performance.
• Leverage CATIA V5, Unigraphics NX, Vis Mockup, and TeamCenter to design and communicate component designs.
• Apply DFSS methodologies to enhance quality and reliability of cooling system components.
• Lead supplier relationships to ensure high-quality component delivery.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and quality teams to integrate cooling components into the vehicle architecture.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

APQP knowledge

DFSS understanding

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Unigraphics NX

Vis Mockup

TeamCenter

Job description

As a Cooling System Design and Release Engineer, you will be a key member of our dynamic team focused on designing, developing, validating, and releasing advanced cooling components for electrified vehicles. These critical components, including cooling module assemblies, transmission oil coolers, hose and tube assemblies, electric coolant heaters, valves, pumps, and fan system components, are essential to ensure the optimal performance and efficiency of our vehicles. Your role will involve collaborating with cross‑functional teams, managing suppliers, and utilizing your technical expertise to drive the success of our cutting‑edge projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end design, development, validation, and release of various cooling components for electrified vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure cooling components meet performance, safety, and quality standards.
• Create, maintain, and manage the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) documents for cooling components.
• Drive the achievement of program timing milestones by effectively coordinating tasks, resources, and activities within the project timeline.
• Apply Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) principles to guide the development process and ensure robust product launches.
• Utilize Computer‑Aided Engineering (CAE) tools to conduct simulations and analyses, optimizing component designs for efficiency and performance.
• Leverage expertise in software tools including CATIA V5, Unigraphics NX, Vis Mockup, and TeamCenter to design, visualize, and communicate component designs effectively.
• Apply Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies to enhance the quality, reliability, and performance of cooling system components.
• Take a leadership role in managing and fostering strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring their alignment with project goals and delivery of high‑quality components.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, testing, and quality teams to seamlessly integrate cooling components into the vehicle architecture.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in automotive engineering.
• Strong understanding of cooling system components such as radiators, condensers, fans, pumps, valves, heaters, and associated hardware.
• Proficiency in using CATIA V5 and/or Unigraphics NX for component design and modeling.
• Experience with Vis Mockup and TeamCenter for collaborative design and visualization.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health & Well‑being Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage from day one, along with an Employee Assistance Program.

Family Building Benefit – Support for fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Generous Paid Time Off – 17+ paid holidays, vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time, and fully paid parental leave.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans – Employer match on contributions to 401(k), Roth, and Catch‑Up plans, plus employer contribution even if you don’t contribute.

Income Protection & Insurance Options – Life insurance, group accident, critical illness and other voluntary plans.

Company Vehicle Lease Program – Eligible employees and immediate families receive access to Stellantis vehicles with insurance, maintenance, unlimited miles, and exclusive discounts.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back – Tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing programs, and 18 paid volunteer hours each year.

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.

EOE / Disability / Veteran