Senior Propulsion Systems Engineer & Program Lead

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle lease program

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan refinancing

Volunteer hours

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama is seeking a senior propulsion systems engineer to lead development activities within the PSDP framework for an engine program. You will coordinate global cross-functional teams, validate plans, and present technical decisions to executive leadership.

The role emphasizes ownership of engineering approval processes, cost/weight/quality targets, and delivering robust, timely solutions across all project phases. Requires strong communication and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of propulsion system engineering or calibration experience.
• Understanding of phased gated launch processes for product development.
• Ability to communicate and present to executive leadership.
• Strong cross-functional team management and written/oral skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to execution and compliance of PSDP for assigned engine program.
• Approve technical decisions, timing plans, change notices, bulletins, and manuals.
• Approve engine development/validation plans for all project phases.
• Serve as primary engine-related issue contact for assigned projects.
• Lead global cross-functional teams to analyze issues and implement solutions.
• Lead Release Engineers and designers to meet program objectives on cost, weight, etc.
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives and supplier risk assessments.
• Ensure adherence to all project commitments.

Skills

Propulsion system engineering

Executive communication

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

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

Advanced degree in Engineering

Job description

Stellantis NV in Auburn, Alabama is seeking a senior propulsion systems engineer to lead development activities within the PSDP framework for an engine program. You will coordinate global cross-functional teams, validate plans, and present technical decisions to executive leadership.

The role emphasizes ownership of engineering approval processes, cost/weight/quality targets, and delivering robust, timely solutions across all project phases. Requires strong communication and leadership.