Design Release Engineer - Power Transfer Module/Rear Drive Module

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

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Design Release Engineer to lead driveline design, development, and validation from concept to production. You will work with CAE/NVH, suppliers, and program teams to ensure robust performance, reliability, and seamless system integration across modules such as Power Transfer Units and Rear Drive.

Ideal candidates bring a strong mechanical engineering background with hands-on experience in driveline components, problem solving, and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in automotive engineering with a focus on driveline systems.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs.
• Knowledge of driveline components (Power Transfer Units, Rear Drive, Modules, Gear Reducer, Axle, T-case, differential, gears).
• Strong interpersonal communication and adaptability across multiple programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, focused on Power Transfer Units and Rear Drive Modules.
• Collaborate with CAE, NVH, durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing teams for seamless integration and performance.
• Develop and execute validation plans, including bench/vehicle testing to verify performance and durability.
• Identify root causes of driveline issues and apply problem-solving techniques.
• Drive supplier design approvals through assessments and engineering best practices.
• Create and maintain core DFMEA and DVP documents for driveline systems.
• Seek continuous improvement to enhance designs, processes, and products.
• Generate detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) and manage them.
• Identify areas to reduce total warranty costs and propose solutions.
• Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and updates to stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with driveline tech advancements and apply innovations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

CAE/CFD

DFMEA

DVP&R

GD&T

Job description

The Design Release Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of driveline systems and components, ensuring robust performance and reliability from concept through production. The role requires strong expertise in automotive engineering with a focus on driveline systems, supported by solid analytical and problemsolving skills. The candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, suppliers, and program teams, demonstrating effective communication and leadership capabilities. Leveraging technical depth and a continuous improvement mindset, the engineer will optimize designs and deliver innovative solutions that enhance product performance, durability, and system integration.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, focused primarily on Power Transfer Units and Rear Drive Modules.
• 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.
• 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 or a related field degree
• 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 from any of the following: Power Transfer Units, Rear Drive, Modules, Gear Reducer, Axle, T-case, differential, Gears, etc.
• 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.
• Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations
• 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

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.

The Design Release Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of driveline systems and components, ensuring robust performance and reliability from concept through production. The role requires strong expertise in automotive engineering with a focus on driveline systems, supported by solid analytical and problemsolving skills. The candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration across engineering, suppliers, and program teams, demonstrating effective communication and leadership capabilities. Leveraging technical depth and a continuous improvement mindset, the engineer will optimize designs and deliver innovative solutions that enhance product performance, durability, and system integration.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the design and development of driveline systems and components, focused primarily on Power Transfer Units and Rear Drive Modules.
• 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.
• 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 or a related field degree
• 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 from any of the following: Power Transfer Units, Rear Drive, Modules, Gear Reducer, Axle, T-case, differential, Gears, etc.
• 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.
• Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations
• 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