The Sensor Design and Release Engineer, as part of Stellantis Propulsion Systems, is responsible for designing, developing and releasing sensors and related components specifically for gasoline and diesel powertrain applications. This can include camshaft sensors, crank sensors, knock sensors, and a variety of temperature and pressure sensors.
The engineer will work closely with designers, CAE groups, suppliers and manufacturing to design components and systems to ensure designs are robust for function and manufacturing. Scope of responsibility includes product design from concept to launch, components/system packaging, releasing 2D drawing and 3D models, performance specifications and production product issue resolution. Creating and maintaining the DFMEA and DVP as well as conducting center of excellence reviews for design robustness. The engineer will be involved with current production components in addition to future development projects.
Preferred QualificationsBasic Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related degree field
- Minimum of 5 year of engineering experience
- Previous component releasing experience
- Knowledge of electrical sensor design (specific to engine-based powertrains)
- Basic understanding of propulsion system calibration and vehicle components
- Basic knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation
- Engineer must have excellent communication and presentation skills as well as experience with basic PC software (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)
- Knowledge of hardware release process, DFMEA’s, DVP’s and root cause analysis methodologies
- Candidate must be highly motivated, self-directed, and have the ability to manage multiple complex projects
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master of Science in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Computer Engineering or related field
- Additional experience in one or more of the following: Vehicle and engine control modules, designing components manufactured from plastic and metal stamping and/or OEM experience with advanced quality tools such as a DFMEA, DVPR, function models and/or NX CAD skills
- Experience releasing components at an OEM or Tier 1 suppliers
- Experience with 3D FEA and flow analysis
- Green Belt in Design for Six Sigma methodology
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience
- Previous component releasing experience
- Knowledge of electrical sensor design for engine powertrains
- Basic understanding of propulsion system calibration and vehicle components
- Basic knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation
- Excellent communication and presentation skills; experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
- Knowledge of hardware release process, DFMEA, DVP, and root cause analysis methodologies
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects; self-directed and highly motivated
- Master of Science in Applied Physics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Industrial, Computer Engineering, or related field
- Experience with vehicle and engine control modules, plastic and metal-stamped component design, OEM/Tier1 release experience, and NX CAD skills
- Experience with 3D FEA and flow analysis
- Green Belt in Design for Six Sigma
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Pay Growth & Progression — Contract-driven increases lifted hourly wages roughly 25% over 4.5 years and restored cost-of-living adjustments, pushing top rates near $42 per hour by the end of the agreement. Union hourly positions appear to have benefited most since the 2023 deal.
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Affordable Benefits — UAW-represented hourly workers pay no premiums and about 3% of total healthcare costs while receiving comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage. This creates materially lower out-of-pocket costs for represented hourly roles.
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Retirement Support — Post-2007 hourly hires receive a 10% employer 401(k) contribution and legacy workers saw defined-benefit improvements with retiree bonuses. Salaried roles also cite a 401(k) with employer match and contribution up to a maximum of 8%.
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