Powertrain Ignition Coil / Spark Plug Release Engineer

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

The Engine Ignition System (Spark Plug and Coil Pack) Design & Release Engineer will be responsible for the Core Engine ignition components on one or more major engine families, including components such as coils, spark plugs, and other 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 robust DVP&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 or Electrical Engineering or related degree field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engine component design and release experience
• Knowledge of design tools and practices, e.g. CAD, CAE, CFD, FEA, GD&T is required.
• 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
• Experience using electrical measurement tools such as Oscilloscope
• Experience in testing electrical systems - ignition systems preferred
• Familiarity with microcontroller design desirable
• 0-20% travel will be required, mostly local, with occasional trips to facilities in the US, Canada and Mexico. Must be able to travel internationally without restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience in development of automotive ignition systems
• Familiarity with spark plugs, ignition coils, and ignition system designs
• Familiarity with microcontroller design desirable
• Six Sigma Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification

The Engine Ignition System (Spark Plug and Coil Pack) Design & Release Engineer will be responsible for the Core Engine ignition components on one or more major engine families, including components such as coils, spark plugs, and other 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 robust DVP&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.

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.