Sr. Weight Lead Engineer

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & well-being coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with match

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Sr. Lead Weight Engineer to drive weight management initiatives within the Energy Management & Aero-Thermal (EMAT) team in Auburn, AL. You will guide weight budgets, top‑down estimates, and program development across vehicle variants from concept to production.

The role requires mentoring engineers, coordinating cross‑functional weight reduction efforts, and validating weights against prototypes to ensure accuracy and alignment with program goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years automotive engineering experience.
• Experience in at least two full program life cycles from concept through launch.
• Strong communication skills, capable of interacting with senior leadership through both written and verbal means.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and train less experienced Weight Engineers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Train, lead, and mentor junior team members.
• Develop EPA option weight budgets and weight scorecards.
• Coordinate component weighing at suppliers and assembly plants.
• Validate prototype vehicle weights and address weight issues at plants.
• Lead BOM validation and weight reporting transitions after launch.
• Monitor weight status from X0 to SOP and ensure accuracy of weight status roll-ups.

Skills

Weight management

Leadership

Data analysis

MS Office

Presentation skills

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BSc Mechanical Engineering

BSc Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Come join the Stellantis Energy Management & Aero-Thermal (EMAT) team where we are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Be a part of a team filled with bright, resourceful, and determined employees who will lead Stellantis' development and delivery of efficiency, performance, drivability, total vehicle weight, thermal performance, and aerodynamics. We will play a part in all levels of the development cycle for vehicles at Stellantis.

We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced environment, deliver as a way of life, and are inspired to make a positive impact on the company. Team members are expected to establish effective working relationships, founded on trust and transparency, with our internal and external partners. Sound engineering judgment, excellent communication skills, the ability to influence change, and the ability to drive decisions are a must.

The Sr. Lead Weight Engineer will be a key member of the weight team, leveraging extensive knowledge and subject matter expertise to drive program development and mentorship of less experienced team members.

Daily activities for the Sr. Lead Weight Engineer include but are not limited to the following:

• Train, lead, and mentor junior team members
• Support the creation of training materials.
• Participate in the development of regional and global standards.
• Conduct competitive weight benchmarking.
• Establish initial top-down weight estimates for key model variants.
• Collaborate with Brand & Planning to develop EPA option weight budgets.
• Develop capability and weight scorecards (GVWR, GAWR, Payload, Towing, etc.)
• Identify and coordinate approval for weight reduction opportunities with cross-functional teams.
• Lead Bill of Materials validation to improve the fidelity of weight status roll-ups (based on EBOM & PDB)
• Coordinate component weighing at suppliers and assembly plants.
• Validate prototype vehicle weights, address spring and ride height issues at assembly plants.
• Monitor weight status of prototype builds from X0 to SOP, validating virtual weight against actual builds.
• Transition weight reporting responsibilities to the production weight reporting team post job 1 launch

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of 8 years of Automotive Engineering experience
• Participation in at least two full program life cycles from concept phase through launch
• Strong communication skills, capable of interacting with senior leadership through both written and verbal means
• Proficiency in creating presentation materials and explaining complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to coach, mentor, and train less experienced Weight Engineers
• Subject matter expertise in all aspects of weight management from early concept through production launch
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience analyzing data and formulating meaningful conclusions and recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with mass properties or development of weight estimates in the automotive or aerospace field
• Knowledge of Vehicle Demand Energy analysis or fuel economy testing
• Prior work experience with Chrysler, FCA, or Stellantis Engineering
• Comfortable challenging others using data to support a position
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate others
• Ability to develop project plans and work under timing constraints
• Self-motivated, able to work with limited supervision, multi-task, and prioritize workload
• Proficient in conducting analysis and formulating recommendations
• Ability to work in a team, build good working relationships, and gain consensus

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.