Design Release Engineer - Cooling Systems

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid holidays

401k match

Company vehicle lease

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks an Automotive Cooling System Design and Release Engineer to drive design, validation, and release of cooling components for gas and electrified vehicles. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage suppliers, and ensure performance, safety, and quality across modules like hoses, pumps, heaters, valves, and transmission coolers.

You will create and maintain DVP&R and DFMEA, coordinate program timing, and leverage CATIA V5, UG NX, Vis Mockup, and

Qualifications

• Lead design, validation and release of cooling components for electrified vehicles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet safety, performance, and quality goals.
• Create and maintain DVP&R and DFMEA documents for cooling components.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, validation, and release of cooling modules, hoses, heaters, valves and pumps.
• Coordinate suppliers and ensure timely program milestones.
• Apply CATIA V5, UG NX, Vis Mockup and TeamCenter for design and communication.

Skills

Thermal management

Cross-functional collaboration

DFMEA

DVP&R

Program timing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

Unigraphics NX

Vis Mockup

TeamCenter

Job description

As an Automotive 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 gas and electrified vehicles. These critical components, including hose and tube assemblies, electric coolant heaters, valves, pumps, and are essential to ensure the optimal performance and efficiency of our gas and electrified 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering, with a focus on designing and releasing cooling system components for electrified vehicles
• Lead the development, validation, and release of various cooling components for electrified vehicles, including cooling module assemblies, transmission oil coolers, high and low‑pressure hose and tube assemblies, electric coolant heaters, valves, pumps
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that cooling components meet performance, safety, and quality standards, while contributing to the overall vehicle objectives
• Create, maintain, and manage the Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) documents for cooling components, ensuring comprehensive validation and risk management
• Drive the achievement of program timing milestones by effectively coordinating tasks, resources, and activities within the project timeline
• Leverage your expertise in software tools including CATIA V5, Unigraphics NX, Vis Mockup, and TeamCenter to design, visualize, and communicate component designs effectively
• 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
• Experience with Vis Mockup and TeamCenter for collaborative design and visualization

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.