Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer – UPE NA Facilities

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport); Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Peugeot Sport (Stellantis Motorsport) seeks a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to lead North America facilities for powertrain components, ensuring safe, high-quality, and cost-effective processes across NM, NNM, and adaptation programs.

The role requires site preparation, equipment installation, and standardization across NA plants, with strong collaboration to design for manufacturability and a travel commitment of 21–40%. Bachelor’s in engineering with 3+ years in manufacturing is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent with 3+ years in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization and translate data for executive summaries.
• Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering for NA powertrain projects (NM/NNM/adaptation).
• Oversee process changes, RFQs, sourcing, and installation of facilities equipment.
• Drive SIS initiatives and standardization across plants in NA regions.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or technical

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

The Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer - UPE NA Facilities will be responsible for leading all Manufacturing Engineering functions for North America powertrain battery tray/frame, casting, components, engine, and transmission programs. Their primary role is to guide their Engineering team to develop and launch processes that meet all objectives for safety, quality, delivery, and cost for both new model (NM), non-new model (NNM), and adaptation programs.

Main Responsibilities Include

• Perform assessments for process changes and related investment requirements for cost studies
• Oversee engineering scope definition, Requests for Quotes (RFQ's), sourcing, technical evaluations, design, manufacturing, and installation of air/mist/coolant collectors and filtration
• Manage and prioritize the Non-New Model (NNM) powertrain programs requests and ensure that approved programs are completed on time and within budget
• Manage all New Model (NM) program's facilities aspects including site preparation and machine installation
• Lead Flow activities on programs ensuring successful implementation and tracking of the Iron Triangle (Scope, Timing, and Cost)
• Lead their team in the implementation of Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) methodology, supporting all activities including deployment of advanced SIS tools and guide systematic root cause problem solving methods to attack risks
• Development/improvement of process and equipment standards related to facilities infrastructure
• Support the Engine/Electrification Manufacturing Plants located in Dundee (MI), Trenton (MI), Toledo (OH), Kokomo (IN) and Saltillo (MX); Transmission Plants in Kokomo and Tipton (IN); Casting Plants in Kokomo (IN) and Etobicoke (ON), Brampton/Windsor (ON), while maintaining a relationship with the Global CoC initiatives
• Drive standardization across plants in all regions
• Strongly partner to contribute to Product Design for Manufacturing processes
• Lead procurement, design, build, install, qualification and launch of facilities and process supporting equipment and infrastructure
• Support Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) initiatives
• Center of Competency facilities support for NA US, Mexico, Canada region(s)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a related technical discipline OR high school diploma/GED with minimum THREE (3) years of experience in Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
• Ability to work and interact with all levels of the organization
• Strong oral, written, presentation and organizational skills
• Ability to translate technical data and analysis into an executive summary format for presentation in easily understandable formats
• Ability to embrace cross-functional teams responsible for developing, specifying, building, and launching powertrain manufacturing products
• Knowledge of advanced problem-solving skills and ability to manage data analysis to identify root causes and attack them to closure
• Knowledge of cost studies and strategic planning
• Microsoft Office intermediate or advance knowledge
• Must be able to travel 21%-40%

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or technical equivalent
• Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent
• Preferred 10 years manufacturing experience, Powertrain Manufacturing experience a plus
• Preferred minimum FIVE (5) years' experience in program management or multi-tasking environment

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.

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