Design/Release Engineer - Driveline/Disconnects

Stellantis; Auburn Hills (MI); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Stellantis is seeking a Driveline Disconnects Engineer in Auburn Hills (MI) to design, develop, and validate driveline systems across multiple programs. You will lead component development, engage with CAE/NVH, and ensure durability through robust validation plans.

You will mentor teammates, drive supplier design approvals, and contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction while staying ahead of driveline technologies and industry standards.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/automotive engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in automotive engineering focusing on driveline systems.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Familiar with transfer cases, wheel-end disconnects, actuators and gears.
• Excellent interpersonal and program-wide collaboration skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and development of driveline systems and components.
• Collaborate with CAE, NVH, durability, vehicle dynamics and manufacturing teams.
• Develop and execute validation plans (DVP&Rs) for performance and durability.
• Perform root cause analysis to resolve technical issues.
• Drive supplier design approvals and adherence to best practices.
• Create and maintain DFMEA and related documentation.
• Seek continuous improvements in design and processes.
• Generate detailed technical specs (SSTS/TTS) and manage them.
• Mentor other driveline engineers and provide direction.
• Identify opportunities to reduce total warranty costs.
• Prepare and present technical reports and reviews.
• Stay current with driveline tech advancements and apply them.

Conocimientos

Driveline systems

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Interpersonal communications

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Herramientas

NX/CATIA

DFMEA

DVP&R

GD&T

CAE/CFD knowledge

Descripción del empleo

The Driveline Disconnects Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of driveline systems and components. This role demands knowledge in various disconnect technology, various disconnect architectures for all driveline and axle products, including electrified products; typical disconnects include front axle disconnects, integrated differential disconnects, integrated to output shaft, bolt on to gear reducer and Wheel-end Disconnect systems. Key responsibilities include supporting engineers across multiple programs to ensure the delivery of a balanced, integrated, and validated system that meets stringent functionality, performance, and durability requirements. The specialist will leverage their expertise to optimize the designs and contribute to innovative solutions for improved performance and reliability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, including transfer case shift systems, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gears, differentials lockers, ELDs and actuators.
• Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
• Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
• Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other driveline engineers
• Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
• Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related degree field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering, with a focus on driveline systems
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
• Strong knowledge of driveline components and systems, including transfer cases, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gear reducers and actuators
• Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results
• Understanding of root cause analysis tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Engineering
• Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended function into requirements
• Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
• Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
• Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Critical character traits to ensure success: Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving

The Driveline Disconnects Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and validation of driveline systems and components. This role demands knowledge in various disconnect technology, various disconnect architectures for all driveline and axle products, including electrified products; typical disconnects include front axle disconnects, integrated differential disconnects, integrated to output shaft, bolt on to gear reducer and Wheel-end Disconnect systems. Key responsibilities include supporting engineers across multiple programs to ensure the delivery of a balanced, integrated, and validated system that meets stringent functionality, performance, and durability requirements. The specialist will leverage their expertise to optimize the designs and contribute to innovative solutions for improved performance and reliability.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, including transfer case shift systems, wheel-end disconnects, front axle disconnects, gears, differentials lockers, ELDs and actuators.
• Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of driveline systems.
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues related to driveline systems, utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Supplier Design Approvals: Drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to engineering best practices.
• Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
• Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with supplier base.
• Mentoring: Mentor and provide technical direction to other driveline engineers
• Total Warranty Cost Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions.
• Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Industry Competitiveness: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in driveline technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

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.