Lead Electronic Throttle & Actuator Design Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401k match

Vehicle lease program

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama seeks an Electronics Throttle Control & Actuator Lead Design & Release Engineer. You will own end-to-end design, validation, and production release of ETC systems and throttle actuators, coordinating across engineering, CAE, and supplier partners to deliver robust, cost‑effective solutions that meet performance and safety standards.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, DV/PV planning, design guidance, and cross‑functional leadership through launch, change management, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ years in electronic throttle control and actuator design.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and lead design direction.
• Maintain actuator best practices and lessons learned documentation.
• Knowledge of CAD, CAE, CFD, FEA, GD&T.
• Ability to perform fluid flow and sealing pressure calculations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Highly motivated with ability to manage multiple complex projects.
• Good knowledge of internal combustion engine operations and air flow.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% locally and to US/Canada/Mexico facilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and approve DV/PV test plans for electronic throttle systems.
• Support bench, environmental, EMC, vibration, and vehicle testing.
• Analyze test data and lead root-cause investigations.
• Ensure validation coverage for performance, durability, safety, and diagnostics.
• Lead supplier technical engagement for ETC components and approve DVP&R and PPAP.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to support launch, quality, and yield improvements.
• Resolve supplier design, quality, or production issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring

Multi-project management

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

CAE

CFD

FEA

GD&T

MS Office

Job description

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama seeks an Electronics Throttle Control & Actuator Lead Design & Release Engineer. You will own end-to-end design, validation, and production release of ETC systems and throttle actuators, coordinating across engineering, CAE, and supplier partners to deliver robust, cost‑effective solutions that meet performance and safety standards.

The role emphasizes DFMEA, DV/PV planning, design guidance, and cross‑functional leadership through launch, change management, and