The Design and Release Engineer - will be responsible for developing components/systems from initial design concept through full volume production. The Design and Release Engineer will provide feasibility input for development of designs from Product Design Office (PDO) concepts, sketch, and clay models. Establish and manage development timeline for life of project. Develop functional objectives, build objectives, DVPR, and DFMEA for components. The Engineer will lead design, while leveraging external design source and/or internal CAD design resource. The Engineer will be responsible for the release of completed component geometry using Teamcenter/NX CAD tools. Validate virtual designs using CAE resources and perform physical validation via component, system, and vehicle level testing. Manage internal documentation for release of systems. Plan and oversee tool construction and production of assemblies. On-site support for vehicle pilot builds and production launch at assembly plant. Responsible for root cause analysis and determination of corrective action for issues with assembly, fit/finish, and functional performance. Analyze and remediate warranty, identify cost reduction opportunities on production of systems, candidate will also be responsible for safety compliance report documents.
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive system development or related area.
- Proficient in CAD software (Teamcenter, NX, Vis Pro) and PLM systems.
- Strong knowledge of elastomeric materials (EPDM, TPV, TPE) and sealing system functions.
- Familiarity with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R, tolerance stack up, and typical automotive validation testing (dust, water, noise).
- Excellent problem-solving and project management skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with FCA release systems.
- Demonstrated automotive interest (via hobbies or college project)
- Self-motivated individual.
- Demonstrated passion to work in the automotive industry.
- Master’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
- Experience working directly with OEM or Tier 1 sealing suppliers.
- Experience with problem solving such as Red-X
- Experience with robust design such as DFSS
- Knowledge of global automotive standards and sealing performance requirements.
- Understanding of thermal expansion, body tolerances, and design for assembly in relation to sealing systems.
- Hands-on experience with vehicle builds and plant launch activities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in automotive system development
- Proficient in CAD software Teamcenter, NX, Vis Pro
- Strong knowledge of elastomeric materials and sealing systems
- Familiarity with GD&T, DFMEA, DVP&R
- Excellent problem-solving and project management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Stellantis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Stellantis and has not been reviewed or approved by Stellantis.
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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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What We Do
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.
