Power Electronics Design and Release Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis N.V. in Auburn, Alabama seeks a Power Electronics Design and Release Engineer (DRE) to lead design, development, validation, and release of power electronics components for electrified vehicle applications. You will ensure performance, quality, cost, and timing objectives are met.

You will collaborate with SMEs, define DVP&R, support supplier and manufacturing teams, perform failure analyses, and track progress across development, verification, and production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience with high‑voltage/power electronics.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, protocols and standards.
• Hands-on experience in applications engineering and product design/development.
• Experience developing and executing DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation plans.
• Proficient in power electronics analysis and simulation tools.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a cross‑functional team and interface with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with SMEs to develop cost-effective PECs using advanced tech and test equipment.
• Define and develop DVP&R and execute all required development and verification testing.
• Support creation of component specs from vehicle, system, and software requirements.
• Work with suppliers and manufacturing to ensure designs meet Stellantis’ requirements.
• Participate in supplier technical assessments with SMEs.
• Conduct post‑test inspection reviews and detailed failure analyses; recommend changes.
• Track progress of development, verification, and production activities internally and externally.
• Assist in reporting component development progress at team and program reviews.

Skills

High-voltage power electronics

Power electronics analysis

DFMEA & DVP&R

Cross-functional collaboration

Failure analysis

Test & validation

Simulation tools

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Simulation tools

Test equipment

Job description

The Power Electronics Design and Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for the design, development, validation, and release of Power Electronics Components (PECs) — including converters, inverters, and AC/DC charging systems — for electrified vehicle applications. The role supports component execution from concept through production, ensuring technical performance, quality, cost, and timing objectives are met

This highly motivated, self‑starting DRE will be responsible for the following activities:

• Collaborate with technical subject matter experts to develop cost‑effective, reliable Product Engineering Components (PECs) using advanced technologies, simulation tools, and test and evaluation equipment.
• Define and develop Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R) and execute all required development and verification testing to ensure functional objectives are met and program goals are achieved.
• Support the creation of component specifications derived from vehicle, system, and software requirements, including durability, warranty, safety, and performance requirements at the component level.
• Work closely with suppliers and manufacturing organizations to ensure designs meet Stellantis’ requirements, perform the intended function, and are robust and manufacturable without defects.
• Participate in supplier technical assessments in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Take part in post‑test inspection reviews, perform detailed failure analysis, and recommend changes to product specifications as needed.
• Track and manage the progress of component development, verification, and production activities, both internally and externally.
• Support issue identification, resolution, and tracking at technical, program, production, and financial levels.
• Assist in reporting and communicating component development progress and status at various team and program review meetings.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related degree field
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience with high‑voltage and/or power electronics components, preferably in an automotive environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, protocols, and applicable industry standards
• Hands‑on experience in applications engineering and product design/development.
• Proven experience developing and executing DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation plans.
• Working proficiency with power electronics analysis and simulation tools
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross‑functional team environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface with customers, suppliers, and all levels of the organization
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Highly detail‑oriented, task‑focused, and committed to accuracy and quality

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Hands‑on experience with design, release, and manufacturing processes for automotive applications