Regional Chief Engineer - Large Gas Engines

Stellantis NV

Auburn (AL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Generous Paid Time Off

Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

Income Protection & Insurance Options

Company Vehicle Lease Program

Family Building Benefit

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Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama seeks a Regional Chief Engineer to lead base engine design, NVH, fuel efficiency, performance, durability and engine emissions, aligning technical work with customer requirements and quality targets across programs.

You will oversee the propulsion system development process, approve all technical decisions and change notifications, guide cross‑functional teams, drive cost reduction efforts, and report progress to executive leadership.

Qualifications

8+ years propulsion system engineering and/or calibration experience.
Ability to communicate and prepare executive-level presentations.
Strong cross-functional team management and communication skills.
Self-directed and able to manage multiple complex assignments.

Responsibilities

Lead base engine design and development across programs to meet customer requirements and quality targets.
Approve all technical decisions, timing plans, change notifications, bulletins, engine build books and service manuals.
Oversee complete engine mechanical development/validation plans for all project phases.
Be the main point of contact for engine-related issues on assigned projects.
Lead global cross-functional teams through root-cause analysis and robust solutions.
Direct Design System Engineers, Technical Managers and Release Engineers to meet program objectives on cost, weight, performance, and manufacturing.
Drive cost reduction initiatives including supplier resourcing risk assessments.
Ensure adherence to all project commitments.

Skills

Propulsion system experience

Executive presentations

Cross-functional team management

Strong communication

Self-directed work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field

Job description

The Regional Chief Engineer is responsible for leading all technical aspects of base engine design to achieve customer requirements, functional objectives, and quality targets. Scope of work includes base engine design and development, NVH, fuel efficiency, performance, durability, and engine emissions. Responsibilities of the Global Chief Engineer will be:

Key contributor for execution and compliance to the Stellantis Propulsion System Development Process for an assigned engine program with responsibility to summarize all technical inputs for recommendation and presentation to executive leadership
Main approver for all technical decisions, timing plans, change notifications (CN’s), bulletins, engine build books and service manuals
Responsible for approval and overall execution of complete engine mechanical development/validation plan for all project phases
Key point of contact within organization for all engine related issues for assigned projects
Lead global cross functional teams from various department with expertise in various technical domains thru root cause analysis of issues and implementation of robust solutions
Lead Design System Engineers (DSE’s), Technical Managers (TM’s), Release Engineers (DRE's) and designers within the engine team in meeting program objectives for assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components with respect to cost, weight, performance, quality, manufacturing, timing, etc.
Lead cost reduction initiatives including supplier resourcing risk assessments
Accountable to ensure adherence for successfully achieving all project commitments

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related degree field
Minimum of 8 years of propulsion system related engineering and/or calibration experience
Understanding of phased gated launch processes for product development
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate to and prepare presentations for executive leadership
Strong cross functional team management skills along with superior written and oral skills
Candidate must be highly motivated, self-directed, and have the ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Engineering
10 years+ of propulsion system related engineering and/or program management experience

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: