Stellantis

Senior Design & Release Engineer – Transmission, Driveline & eDrive Systems

Stellantis  •  Auburn Hills, MI (Onsite)  •  8 hours ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Design & Release Engineer (DRE) to lead the development of key components and systems within transmission, driveline, and electric drive (eDrive) systems.

This role owns end-to-end product development, from requirements definition and concept design through supplier sourcing, validation, and production launch. You will serve as a technical lead within the Engineering Center of Excellence (COE), partnering with cross-functional teams and global suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the full product lifecycle for transmission, driveline, or eDrive components (design, release, validation, industrialization)
  • Define technical requirements, system architecture, and design concepts for components and subassemblies
  • Lead supplier sourcing, technical reviews, and engineering collaboration with global suppliers
  • Develop and release engineering drawings and specifications in alignment with GD&T standards
  • Support virtual analysis, testing, and validation to ensure performance and durability
  • Act as technical lead within the COE, driving design direction and resolving complex issues
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and program teams
  • Present updates and technical decisions to senior and executive leadership
  • Travel as needed to support supplier development and program execution

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions, driveline systems, or electric drive units
  • A mininum of 5 years of Design & Release engineering (DRE) experience
  • Strong knowledge of transmission, driveline, or EDU system functionality
  • Experience within an OEM or Tier 1 supplier environment
  • Proficiency in GD&T, engineering drawings, and virtual analysis tools
  • Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills
  • Ability to influence cross-functional technical decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Engineering
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

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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 24 th 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.

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About Stellantis

Our storied and iconic brands embody the passion of their visionary founders and today’s customers in their innovative products and services: they include Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Citroën, Dodge, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Jeep®, Lancia, Maserati, Opel, Peugeot, Ram, Vauxhall and mobility brands Free2move and Leasys. Powered by our diversity, we lead the way the world moves – aspiring to become the greatest sustainable mobility tech company, not the biggest, while creating added value for all stakeholders as well as the communities in which we operate.

Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Amsterdam, NL
Year Founded
Unknown
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