Global HVAC Function Lead

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage and well-being

Generous paid time off

401(k) and retirement plans

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Volunteer hours program

Job summary

Stellantis NV, a global automotive leader, seeks a Global HVAC Function Lead to define and execute worldwide HVAC technology and product strategy across vehicle platforms. You will guide engineering activities, standardize practices, and drive electrified-vehicle thermal solutions with cross-functional teams.

You will align with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and Vehicle Engineering to deliver programs on time while mentoring talent and advancing engineering excellence across the HVAC

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of automotive engineering experience.
• Experience in HVAC, thermal systems, or related automotive technologies.
• Experience leading engineering teams and cross-functional initiatives in a global environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global HVAC technology and product strategy.
• Lead global HVAC engineering activities including system architecture, innovation, standardization, and roadmaps.
• Ensure HVAC systems meet quality, performance, reliability, timing, warranty, and cost objectives.
• Drive platform commonization, modularity, and best engineering practices across vehicle architectures.
• Lead development of future HVAC and thermal management technologies, including electrified vehicles.
• Coordinate activities across global engineering centers, product release organizations, and regional teams.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Operations, and Vehicle Engineering for program execution.
• Lead technical decision-making and resolution of complex HVAC-related issues.
• Represent HVAC in leadership reviews and strategic planning discussions.
• Develop technical talent and promote engineering excellence across HVAC.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Global HVAC Function Lead

The Global HVAC Function Lead is responsible for defining and executing the worldwide HVAC systems strategy across Stellantis vehicle platforms. This role provides technical leadership for HVAC engineering activities, driving innovation, quality, performance, cost competitiveness, and successful program execution across global markets.

The position partners closely with cross-functional organizations to develop and deliver advanced HVAC and thermal management solutions that support current and future vehicle programs, including electrified vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global HVAC technology and product strategy.
• Lead global HVAC engineering activities including system architecture, innovation, standardization, and technology roadmaps.
• Ensure HVAC systems meet quality, performance, reliability, timing, warranty, and cost objectives.
• Drive platform commonization, modularity, and implementation of best engineering practices across vehicle architectures.
• Lead development of future HVAC and thermal management technologies, including solutions supporting electrified vehicles.
• Coordinate activities across global engineering centers, advanced engineering teams, product release organizations, and regional execution teams.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Operations, and Vehicle Engineering organizations to ensure successful program execution.
• Lead technical decision-making and resolution of complex HVAC-related issues.
• Represent the HVAC function in leadership reviews, strategic planning discussions, and key business decisions.
• Develop technical talent and promote engineering excellence across the HVAC organization.
• Support benchmarking, competitive analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of automotive engineering experience.
• Experience in HVAC, thermal systems, vehicle climate control systems, or related automotive technologies.
• Experience leading engineering teams and cross-functional initiatives in a global environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience with HVAC controls, control strategies, and calibration development.
• Experience with thermal management systems for electrified vehicles.
• Experience developing and executing global technology roadmaps.
• Proven ability to develop technical talent and lead complex engineering organizations.

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.