Seat Systems Design & Release Lead

Stellantis Financial Services; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Design Release Engineer with deep expertise in seating systems to lead design, development and release of seating components for vehicle programs. You will drive JIT delivery, ensure compliance with performance, cost and timing objectives, and collaborate with suppliers to resolve manufacturing constraints while supporting DFMEA, DVP&R and validation activities.

Strong knowledge of Teamcenter/NX and automotive standards is required, as well as experience managing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in automotive seating design, development and launch.
• Experience with Teamcenter/NX and PLM processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and release of seating components & assemblies for final seat and JIT delivery.
• Guide design and development activities per Stellantis practices; ensure integration.
• Collaborate with suppliers on feasibility, resolve constraints and support validation.
• Track program timing, cost and quality; elevate risks and resolve issues.
• Support launch events and plant builds.

Skills

Teamcenter/NX

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication

Supplier management

Automotive seating knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CN/PLM systems

Job description

Stellantis is seeking a Design Release Engineer with deep expertise in seating systems to lead design, development and release of seating components for vehicle programs. You will drive JIT delivery, ensure compliance with performance, cost and timing objectives, and collaborate with suppliers to resolve manufacturing constraints while supporting DFMEA, DVP&R and validation activities.

Strong knowledge of Teamcenter/NX and automotive standards is required, as well as experience managing