Ignition Systems Release Engineer - Powertrain

Stellantis NV; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Michigan seeks an Engine Ignition System Design & Release Engineer to lead ignition component design and release for major engine families, including coils and spark plugs. You will drive DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, and cross‑functional testing to ensure reliability and performance.

The role requires collaboration with CAE, production, and service teams, with 0–20% travel and occasional international trips. Strong CAD/CAE skills and ignition-system experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engine component design and release experience.
• Knowledge of design tools and practices (CAD, CAE, CFD, FEA, GD&T).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and basic PC software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Highly self-motivated with ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Good working knowledge of internal combustion engine operations.
• Experience using electrical measurement tools such as Oscilloscope.
• Experience in testing electrical systems—ignition systems preferred.
• Familiarity with microcontroller design desirable.
• 0-20% travel required, mostly local; occasional trips to US, Canada, Mexico; international travel possible.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release for ignition components across engine families.
• Manage changes and drive continuous improvement in system performance and fuel economy.
• Perform DFMEA and build robust DVP&R to meet reliability goals; coordinate APQP meetings.
• Initiate source packages, prototype parts, and conduct DV and PV testing.
• Support product launches, manufacturing reviews, and development of service procedures.

Skills

CAD

CAE

CFD

FEA

GD&T

Oscilloscope

Ignition testing

MCU design

communication

multi-project mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Project

Oscilloscope

Job description

Stellantis NV in Michigan seeks an Engine Ignition System Design & Release Engineer to lead ignition component design and release for major engine families, including coils and spark plugs. You will drive DFMEA, DVP&R, APQP, and cross‑functional testing to ensure reliability and performance.

The role requires collaboration with CAE, production, and service teams, with 0–20% travel and occasional international trips. Strong CAD/CAE skills and ignition-system experience are essential.