Driveline Disconnects Engineer: Design & Validation Lead

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

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Driveline systems

Problem solving

Root cause analysis

Interpersonal communications

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

NX/CATIA

DFMEA

DVP&R

GD&T

CAE/CFD knowledge

Job description

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.