Job Description

The candidate acts as the owner of assigned driveshaft and/or halfshafts and executes product design, analysis, release and testing per technical infrastructure and STLA best practices and responsible for the complete design and product delivery against technical requirements for the assigned components and products. Components and products may be complex, or include new technology, requiring related and relevant prior experience.

The Candidate will also:

• Develop subject matter expertise for select components or assemblies as assigned
• Coach entry level engineers as required
• Recognized as single point leadership contact for suppliers’ product engineering.
• Manages and tracks supplier product engineering activities and deliverables, including supplier test plans and test execution.
• Prepares product engineering work plans in accordance with program and project timing and milestones.
• Executes engineering deliverables in adherence to technical infrastructure and product development process deliverables, reviews, sign-offs, and report-outs, including:
• Delivers parts / hardware to pilot builds, including requisitions for prototypes and ED&D.
• Collaborates with transmission and driveline systems subject matter experts, ACEs, DSEs, AEs, and other stakeholders to address and support any failures using the appropriate tools and processes.
• Prepares status reports and presentations for management and CE organization
• Supports manufacturing on production-related issues
• Generates cost reduction ideas and develops and executes corresponding design and validation plans.
• Participate in warranty/cost reduction meetings and develops solutions for warranty issues
• Conducts root cause analysis of driveline & axles failures and identify the root cause/s
• Conducts Layered Process Audits at supplier plants for assigned components.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering degree or related degree field
• 5 years of engineering experience in the automotive industry or product engineering design, validation and engineering projects development with OEM and/or tier 1/2 supplier
• Halfshaft/Propshaft experience
• Experience or understanding in transmission, driveline & axles or related area
• Thorough understanding of vehicle functions and general vehicle architecture
• Understanding of typical automotive manufacturing and quality processes
• Advanced English language skills 90% (Read and Write).
• Must be able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Must be able to lead and manage Suppliers
• Some travel required to Supplier and Corporate Engine/Transmission / Vehicle Assembly Plants -- including USA, Canada & Mexico, or Europe / Asia
• Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
• Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Other languages: Italian or French
• Master’s degree highly desired
• Green/Black Belt in Shainin or DFSS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Engineering
• Leadership, organization, planning, decision making and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and uncertainty and effect lasting change through effective communication and experience
• Proactive, Learning, self-driven, Teamwork oriented
• Efficient work under pressure and high communication skills
• Training in problem solving techniques

Stellantis

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.

Additional Job Posting Information

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:

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:

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.