Engineering Lead - Advanced Exhaust Systems

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing coverage

Paid time off

Competitive retirement plans

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis N.V. seeks an Advanced Exhaust Engineering Lead to drive the early development of advanced exhaust systems.

You will translate vehicle requirements into clear strategies and architectures, shaping Hot End, Cold End, and Aftertreatment solutions while coordinating across vehicle, packaging, and NVH teams. The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical Engineering degree with 8+ years in automotive exhaust, experience with DFMEA/DV/PV testing, and proficiency in CAD tools (NX/CATIA) and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of automotive engineering experience with a focus on exhaust systems.
• Experience developing hot end and cold end exhaust systems.
• Familiarity with DFMEA, DV/PV testing and exhaust development processes.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (NX, CATIA or equivalent) and analysis tools CFD/FEA.

Responsibilities

• Lead exhaust system development during the advanced/concept phase.
• Define system strategy, architecture, and layout for new vehicles.
• Translate early vehicle targets into system-level requirements.
• Develop Hot End, Cold End, and Aftertreatment layouts meeting objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate packaging and tradeoffs.
• Provide cross-functional technical leadership for early phase exhaust development.
• Lead early performance simulations including backpressure, NVH, durability, and thermal analysis.
• Manage system requirements and documentation (functional specs, DFMEAs, reports).
• Scout and recommend new exhaust and aftertreatment technologies.
• Ensure deliverables align with program timing and milestones.

Skills

Exhaust system development

Automotive engineering

System-level thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

NX

CATIA

GT-Power

CFD/FEA tools

Job description

The Advanced Exhaust Engineering Lead drives the early development of advanced exhaust systems by translating emerging vehicle requirements into clear system strategies and architectures. This role shapes innovative Hot End, Cold End, and Aftertreatment solutions, leads cross‑functional alignment, and applies rigorous analysis to ensure every system meets the highest standards for emissions, NVH, thermal performance, durability, and long‑term reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Lead exhaust system development during the advanced/concept phase.
• Define system strategy, architecture, and layout for new vehicles
• Translate early vehicle emissions, NVH, durability, and thermal targets into system‑level requirements
• Develop Hot End, Cold End, and Aftertreatment System layouts and geometry that meet vehicle objectives
• Collaborate with vehicle, packaging, integration, NVH, and aerothermal teams to negotiate system packaging and resolve tradeoffs
• Provide cross‑functional technical leadership and act as the primary interface for early phase exhaust system development
• Lead early performance simulations including backpressure, NVH, durability/fatigue, and thermal analysis
• Manage system requirements and documentation (functional requirements, specifications, technical reports, DFMEAs, design guidelines)
• Scout, assess, and recommend new exhaust and aftertreatment technologies
• Ensure technical deliverables are aligned with vehicle program timing and milestones

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
• Minimum of 8 years of automotive engineering experience with a focus on exhaust systems
• Proven experience developing hot and cold end exhaust systems
• Experience with automotive exhaust development processes (DFMEA, DV/PV testing)
• Familiarity with exhaust system analysis tools (CFD, GT-Power, FEA)
• Experience with CAD tools (NX, CATIA, or equivalent)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Engineering

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.