Design Systems Engineer – FWD AT, CVT & Hybrid Transmissions

Stellanti; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Family Building Benefit

Generous PTO

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Design Systems Engineer for FWD AT, CVT & Hybrid Transmissions in Auburn Hills, MI. The role interfaces CE with PRC and oversees system-level design, interfaces, and interactions across transmission subsystems.

The candidate will coordinate hardware integration, BOM, DFMEA/DRBFM reviews, and build readiness, while collaborating with COEs, manufacturing, and validation centers to ensure timely design reviews and robust DVP actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field.
• Advanced English language skills (Read and Write).
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Demonstrated experience leading collaborative and global teams.

Responsibilities

• Design systems interface and interaction between components/subsystems of the transmission and driveline system.
• Coordinate with COEs, manufacturing, and validation centers to ensure design reviews.
• Manage DFMEA/DRBFM reviews and ensure cohesive design controls and DVP actions.
• Lead and manage build readiness tasks including fixtures and dyno support.
• Support cost reduction and value optimization efforts with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Advanced English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Design Systems Engineer – FWD AT, CVT & Hybrid Transmissions

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Job Description

The Chief Engineering team is the fully accountable single point technical contact for transmission and driveline products. This includes all aspects of product delivery for current production, new product development, or advanced projects. (the “what” and the “when”.)

The Design Systems Engineer (DSE) reports to the Chief Engineer and acts as the primary interface between the CE group and PRC and is primarily responsible for managing System, interfaces and interactions between components / subsystems of the transmission and driveline system.

The candidate is responsible for:

• Transmission and driveline hardware system responsible (integration and system balancing of all components)
• Interfacing with individual COEs
• Manufacturing
• Development Validation Center
• Schedules hardware system design reviews across PRC and reviews DRE design proposals as required
• Organizes reviews with Virtual Analysis / CAE team and ensures Virtual DVP / Scorecard is completed prior to any prototype hardware orders
• Manages Transmission and driveline system and interface DFMEA / DRBFM (team) reviews to ensure complete transparency and development of cohesive Design Controls leading to Robust DVP Actions
• Manages Assembly (BOM) Part# Complexity Charts including all Axle & Driveline Systems with a clear definition of each assembly part#
• Manage BRT (Build Readiness Team) for prototype orders; Confirms proto hardware orders and procurement to meet program build(s) milestones
• Coordinate BOM and experimental builds with ACE
• Leads and manages build readiness tasks (build fixtures, test fixtures, dyno support)
• Supports CE & ACE to develop FTE and ER&D/ED&D Cost Roll-ups for Minor/MCA/ New Programs
• Review and approve all change notices ensuring checklists, LL, and E-BPs are updated and aligned.
• Leads Technical Cost Reductions (TCRs) / Value Optimization (VO) effort and alignment working closely with PRC, DVC and VO teams
• Represents CE in managing the “lessons learned” document for the program and ensure that TS (Technical Specialist) receive those updates on a timely manner to update the E-BPs accordingly
• Reviews transmission and driveline system and applicable component “Validation Completion” status with DVC team periodically & provides update to CE
• Coordinates DRBTR review and keeper of “follow up items” and decision maker on issuing GIMS for “buds” of problems
• Manage CQI and GIMS cross functional task force teams working closely with ACE, create priorities, action plans and track progress, align and update initiatives list
• Elevate resource issues as needed (CE & Sr. Manager for PRC)
• Work on special projects as needed

Location(s)

1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills , Michigan 48326 , United States

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
• A minimum of 7 years of engineering experience in product development design and release with a minimum of 2 years of propulsion systems experience
• Demonstrated experience leading collaborative and global teams
• Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes
• Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Excellent work ethic, organization skills, and communication skills
• Goes “above and beyond” always

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master Degree in Engineering

Employment Type

Full-time

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.

Additional Job Posting Information

Our Benefits - Designed with You in Mind

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

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:

• 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.

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