Powertrain Fuel Injection Release Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health & wellbeing

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) retirement savings plans

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn Hills, MI, seeks a Fuel Injection System Design & Release Engineer to own core engine fuel injection components across major engine families.

You will lead design, release, APQP meetings, and post-test analyses, while driving improvements in performance and fuel economy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of fuel injection design and release experience.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAE/CFD/FEA and GD&T.
• Ability to perform basic fluid flow rate and sealing pressure calculations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Willingness to travel 0–20% and report to CTC Auburn Hills, MI.

Responsibilities

• Design and release core engine fuel injection components.
• Manage changes and drive continuous improvement for fuel system performance.
• Lead APQP meetings during development and coordinate prototype parts.
• Plan DV and PV testing and conduct post-test failure analyses.
• Support product launch activities across component, system, and vehicle testing.
• Collaborate with CAE teams to optimize designs and use DFMEA for risk assessment.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

CAE

CFD

FEA

GD&T

Job description

The Fuel Injection System Design & Release Engineer will be responsible for the Core Engine fuel injection components on one or more major engine families, including components such as high pressure fuel pump, Direct Injection Rail, High Pressure Fuel Line, Port Injection Rail, PFI / GDI Fuel Injectors, and other fuel system related components. This is a key position within our Core Engine Engineering team and the activities include developing components, managing and directing changes, facilitating continuous improvement in system performance and fuel economy, and carrying out engineering root cause analyses and corrective actions when necessary. The Engineer will work closely with designers and CAE groups to optimize designs and will use the DFMEA to identify and rate risks and build a robustDVP&R to ensure testing is completed to reach reliability goals. The candidate will initiate source packages, hold APQP meetings during the development phase, order prototype parts, carry out and monitor DV and PV testing, and participate in post-test reviews including failure analysis. The engineer is involved in all aspects of product launch including component, system, engine, and vehicle testing, manufacturing reviews, development of service procedures, production launch, change management, and continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering degree field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant fuel injection system component design and release experience
• Knowledge of design tools and practices, e.g. CAD, CAE, CFD, FEA, GD&T is required.
• Ability to perform basic fluid flow rate and sealing pressure calculation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills as well as experience with basic PC software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project).
• Highly self-motivated, self-directed, have the ability to manage multiple complex projects, and have a positive attitude
• Good working knowledge of internal combustion engine operations
• Good working knowledge of fluid mechanics
• 0-20% travel will be required, mostly local, with occasional trips to facilities in the US, Canada, and Mexico
• Must be able to report and work at CTC, Auburn Hills, MI 5 days per week without any travel restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience in development of automotive fuel systems design and releasing
• Familiarity with fuel pump and injection system designs
• Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind

Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you'll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.

Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
We help you plan for the future with:

• An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
• An employer contribution, even if you don't contribute

Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.

Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.

Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.

Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
We believe in investing in your future and your passions:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan refinancing programs
• 18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community

And so much more!
When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.