Global Design Responsible - Fuel Systems

Stellantis; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours and community support

Retirement savings plans

Family building benefit

Job summary

Stellantis Auburn, AL seeks a Design Responsible leader to head the fuel and urea delivery systems team. You will guide design, integration and release across NA programs, coordinating with Tier suppliers and engineering groups to resolve packaging and timing challenges.

Responsibilities include ensuring manufacturability, cost targets, and quality, while maintaining core documentation and DFMEA/DVP&R processes. Travel and leadership of a multi-discipline group are expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical eng and ABET accreditation; strong design release background.
• 10+ years in fuels and urea systems design, launches, and packaging.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of Fuel Delivery modules and related systems.
• Collaborate with Tier1/2 suppliers, AVE, PCAL, EE to resolve packaging and timing.
• Ensure manufacturability, cost targets, and quality requirements across programs.
• Develop core documents and DFMEA/DVP&R criteria and maintain standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Mechanical design

System integration

ABET knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

DFSS Green Belt

DFMEA

DVP&R

PF standards

Warranty information systems

Job description

The Design Responsible (DR) – Fuel & Urea Delivery Modules, Fuel Filters, Liquid Pressure Sensors, SCR and PWM Fuel Delivery System Integration will be responsible for leading a team of Engineers, including Developments Lead and Specialists in the design, development, synthesis, and release of Fuel and Urea Delivery Systems for all NA programs while maintaining Global Core responsibilities for related components.

The Design Responsible will work with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, Advanced Vehicle Engineering, PCAL and EE to solve engineering and packaging issues, feasibility, and timing. Work with Packaging and Advance Concepts (PAC) to assure packaging and vehicle architecture support robust designs that comply to our design requirements, and Design Best Practices. Meet design release milestone/program timing dates with all related Key Process Indicators deliverables and interface with purchasing to support ED&D and production sourcing decisions. They will also support program launch and problem-solving activities including in-plant build support, SQ production demonstration trials, plant yard holds, quality improvement initiatives using Proactive and Reactive tools, and technical cost reduction ideas.

Assure designs are robust for manufacturability and service via direct interaction with Tier 1's and directed Tier 2 sources. Revise designs to ensure components can be manufactured using various manufacturing technologies to meet cost targets, and specified quality requirements. Develop and maintain harmonized Core Document; PF standards, DFMEA, DVP&R, Functional Objectives, lab/test procedures (LP) and design best practices. Also responsible for program documents related to DFMEA and DVP&R, and Design Acceptance Criteria. Assure feed forward and read across Lessons Learned best practices, etc. Establish, implement and maintain standardization plans for key components such as fuel delivery, urea supply modules, fuel filters, liquid pressure sensors and fuel/urea control modules. Leverage/implement DFSS tools and related methods in the decouples realm, while using Reactive tools to resolve development and field warranty issues.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited university
• Minimum 10 years design and release experience in fuels and urea systems, specifically FDM’s, UDM’s, and SCR Systems.
• Excellent understanding of fuels and urea systems requirements; packaging, component and vehicle level functional objectives/requirements
• Previous involvement in three major launches
• Prior or current experience leading directly or indirectly a group of engineers
• Basic understanding of STLA warranty information systems
• Understanding of vehicle packaging, body, exhaust, driveline, energy management, NVH and Aerothermal
• Reactive Green Belt certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree from an ABET accredited university
• DFSS Green Belt certification

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.