Global HVAC Function Lead

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV is seeking a Global HVAC Function Lead to define and execute the worldwide HVAC systems strategy across vehicle platforms. You will provide technical leadership for HVAC engineering activities, driving innovation, quality, performance, and cost competitiveness on a global scale.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to deliver advanced HVAC and thermal solutions that support current and future programs, including electrified vehicles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (required).
• Minimum 15 years of automotive engineering experience.
• Experience in HVAC, thermal systems, or climate control technologies.
• Experience leading engineering teams and cross-functional initiatives globally.
• 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 engineering best practices across vehicle architectures.
• Lead development of future HVAC and thermal management technologies for electrified vehicles.
• Coordinate activities across global engineering centers and regional execution teams.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, Supplier Operations and Vehicle Engineering to ensure program success.
• Lead technical decision-making and resolution of complex HVAC issues.
• Represent the HVAC function in leadership reviews and strategic planning.
• Develop technical talent and promote engineering excellence.
• Support benchmarking and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Stakeholder management

HVAC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or 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.

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.