Engineering Quality Leader

Stellanti; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle lease

401k with employer match

Generous vacation & PTO

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Quality Function Manager for HW E/E to drive automotive E/E quality and design integrity from concept to launch. You will consolidate quality activities, review design options with engineering, and translate lessons learned into improved standards and defect prevention actions.

The role requires 8+ years in engineering with a strong E/E automotive background and hands-on experience in DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP/PPAP and cross-functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in E/E or related field.
• 8+ years engineering experience in automotive E/E.
• Strong knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP and PPAP.
• Ability to review hardware/software interfaces and supplier collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis of warranty data and field feedback to identify HW E/E risk patterns.
• Verify design integrity and ensure standards compliance across hardware systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering to review design options for quality and customer impact.
• Ensure DFMEA, DVP&R, validation evidence, and Lessons Learned are robust.
• Release structured quality reports at project milestones with risk assessments and recovery plans.
• Drive root-cause analysis across hardware, software interaction, manufacturing, and service processes.
• Lead technical reviews with cross-functional teams.

Skills

E/E automotive knowledge

DFMEA/DVP&R knowledge

Project management

Quality systems (APQP/PPAP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

STLA PLM

Quantic

Teamcenter

Enovia

Job description

The Quality Function Manager for HW Electric/Electronic Systems is responsible for driving E/E Quality performance and ensuring design integrity within the electronic hardware operational area by verifying that applicable design standards are followed, quality and engineering processes are applied consistently, and expected quality deliverables are achieved according to project milestones.

The role proactively consolidates quality activities from concept to launch and field monitoring, working closely with Engineering teams to review design alternatives, challenge assumptions, compare options from a quality and customer-impact perspective, and support the selection of the most robust technical solution.

The position ensures that Lessons Learned, customer claim analysis, plant feedback, field data, and technical risks are systematically translated into improved standards, process compliance, prevention actions, detection plans, and supplier-performance improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead proactive analysis of customer claims, warranty data, plant defects, launch issues, supplier data, and connected-vehicle feedback to identify HW E/E risk patterns and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure design integrity for electronic hardware systems by verifying that hardware design standards, engineering rules, release processes, quality checkpoints, and expected deliverables are consistently applied and achieved.
• Work closely with Engineering teams to review design alternatives, challenge technical assumptions, compare options from a quality, robustness, serviceability, and customer-impact perspective, and support the selection of the most appropriate technical solution.
• Verify the completion and robustness of DFMEA, design reviews, DVP&R, validation evidence, detection plans, risk assessments, Lessons Learned deployment, supplier deliverables, and quality-gate evidence.
• Release a structured quality report at each project milestone, summarizing expected deliverables, completion status, risk assessment, open gaps, and recovery plans when deliverables are not achieved.
• Drive root-cause analysis across hardware design, software/hardware interaction, supplier manufacturing, vehicle integration, and service processes.
• Ensure robust quality execution for Body Control Module, RFHM, Secure Gateway, Zonal Control Unit, and 12V Battery Energy Management systems.
• Assess supplier design and process maturity, including component traceability, failure analysis capability, process capability, end-of-line testing, software flashing, calibration, and containment effectiveness.
• Manage technical risks, deviations, missed deliverables, and open quality points through clear recovery plans, action ownership, escalation, governance, and timely closure.
• Capitalize Lessons Learned and Best Practices into design standards, process checklists, validation criteria, technical audit criteria, deliverable expectations, and quality gates.
• Support launch readiness by reviewing hardware maturity, supplier PPAP status, diagnostic readiness, plant implementation, service procedures, and field-monitoring strategy.
• Lead technical reviews with Engineering, HW/SW teams, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Technical Centers, Cybersecurity, Functional Safety, Customer Care, and Service Engineering.

Operational Area Focus:

• Body Control Module:body functions, lighting, access, comfort features, network communication, wake-up/sleep strategy, quality deliverables, and vehicle integration robustness.
• RFHM:radio-frequency performance, keyless entry/start functions, antenna integration, signal robustness, interference sensitivity, validation evidence, and diagnostic coverage.
• Secure Gateway:communication routing, cybersecurity constraints, software/hardware integration, authentication behavior, diagnostic access, release process, and quality-gate evidence.
• Zonal Control Unit:zonal architecture integration, power and signal distribution, load control, communication interfaces, thermal robustness, E/E scalability, and supplier deliverables.
• 12V Battery Energy Management:battery monitoring, state-of-charge/state-of-health estimation, charging strategy, quiescent current control, diagnostic strategy, service procedures, validation evidence, and prevention of unnecessary battery replacement.

Location(s)

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

Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering
• Strong automotive E/E technical background, preferably with experience in electronic modules, embedded hardware, vehicle networks, or energy-management systems.
• Solid understanding of electronic hardware development, module integration, supplier development, validation, diagnostics, EMC, thermal robustness, and manufacturing constraints.
• Good understanding of quality methods and deliverables, including DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, PPAP, control plans, risk management, problem solving, and Lessons Learned deployment.
• Ability to assess design integrity by verifying standards compliance, process adherence, deliverable maturity, review evidence, field feedback integration, supplier execution, and cross-functional action closure.
• Experience working with Engineering, HW/SW teams, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Customer Care, Technical Centers, and suppliers in a complex automotive environment.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and ability to work with STLA tools such as PLM, Quantic, Lessons Learned, Bulletin, Teamcenter, and Enovia.
• Project management capability, including prioritization, governance, escalation, action-plan tracking, and decision preparation.

Expected Profile:

• Accountable, proactive, autonomous, structured, andtarget-oriented.
• Strong technical curiosity and ability to work closely with Engineering, verify design standards, challenge alternatives constructively, and support the selection of the best technical and quality solution.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical issues for management decision-making.
• Fact-based problem-solving mindset with strong analytical capability and attention to operational execution.
• Ability to work across functions, regions, technical centers, plants, and suppliers while maintaining clear ownership and urgency.
• Interestin applying digital and AI-enabled methods to improve quality analysis, detection, reporting, and decision-making.

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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