Sub System Technical Lead (SSTL) - VIMN Mechatronics

Stellantis NV; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Company vehicle lease program

Family building benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer hours

Job summary

Stellantis NV in Auburn, AL seeks a highly motivated technical program manager to lead cross‑functional vehicle development programs from concept through launch. You will serve as the primary liaison between design, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to drive program execution and system integration.

The role emphasizes cost/weight targets, change management, supplier coordination, and on‑site launch support.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in automotive engineering, product development, or program management.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex programs from concept through launch.
• Experience with issue resolution, change management, and supplier coordination.
• Proficiency with CAD/PLM tools (CATIA/NX, Teamcenter) and MS Office.
• Willingness to travel and support onsite launch activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical program execution from development through end‑of‑life.
• Ensure systems meet functional and performance targets including cost, weight, and quality.
• Guide issue resolution and support bulletin responses during all program phases.
• Act as a visible member of the launch team and support plant development onsite.
• Define and maintain the vehicle development plan for feature availability and behavior consistency.
• Release specifications to suppliers and manage design change requests (DCRs).
• Lead warranty performance initiatives post‑launch and manage warranty tables.
• Champion cost‑saving initiatives via teardown events and VO meetings.

Skills

Cross‑functional leadership

Program management

Communication

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Vehicle systems understanding

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Master’s in Engineering or MBA

Tools

CATIA

NX

Teamcenter

MS Office

Job description

Seeking a highly motivated individual to lead technical program management across one or more vehicle lines. This role serves as the primary liaison between the design team and cross-functional areas including vehicle program management, engineering, and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership:Drive technical program execution from development through end-of-life, ensuring alignment across all functional teams.
• System Integration:Ensure systems meet all functional and performance requirements while achieving targets for cost, weight, investment, timing, and quality.
• Issue Resolution & Support:Lead resolution of engineering and quality issues throughout all program phases. Provide hands‑on support for bulletin responses, including concept development, packaging studies, cost/weight analysis, prototype procurement, supplier coordination, sourcing, tooling, validation, and launch.
• Launch Support:Act as a visible and active member of the launch team, supporting plant development and onsite activities.
• Development Planning:Define, communicate, and maintain the vehicle development plan to ensure feature availability and vehicle behavior consistency throughout the program lifecycle.
• Requirements Management:Release specifications to suppliers and manage requirement changes via Design Change Requests (DCRs), ensuring alignment with product planning, supplier feedback, and issue resolution.
• Warranty & Quality:Post‑launch, lead warranty performance initiatives and manage warranty tables for all assigned commodities to meet targets.
• Value Optimization:Champion cost‑saving initiatives through teardown events, supplier VO meetings, and idea processing via the ILO (0-4) framework to meet program value targets.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degreein Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experiencein automotive engineering, product development, or program management.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and manage complex technical programs from concept through launch.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems, manufacturing processes, and engineering development cycles.
• Experience with issue resolution, change management, and supplier coordination.
• Proficiency in tools such as CAD (e.g., CATIA, NX), PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to travel and support onsite launch activities at manufacturing plants.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degreein Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experiencein OEM product development or technical program management.
• Experience with vehicle launch, warranty analysis, and post‑launch quality improvement.
• Familiarity with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), APQP, FMEA, and other quality tools.
• Demonstrated success in value optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and leading sourcing/tooling activities.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards in automotive engineering.
• Ability to interpret and manage technical specifications and design change requests.

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.