The CAD Designer’s primary objective is to develop high-quality suspension designs, components, assemblies, and detail drawings for vehicle programs within the Physical Architecture & Concepts organization. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and program teams.
The Designer executes assigned suspension design work independently and contributes to product development from concept through release, ensuring designs meet engineering intent, quality standards, and timing requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop suspension components, assemblies, and detailed drawings using CAD software based on models, sketches, specifications, or engineering direction.
- Deliver complete suspension design solutions, including package, surface development, and structural considerations.
- Maintain and manage design data within Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
- Release components and assemblies at key milestones using established processes and systems.
- Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to ensure design feasibility and integration.
- Receive and execute work assignments through the design request/work order system.
- Document design studies and communicate technical information effectively throughout the design lifecycle.
- Ensure adherence to design standards, engineering requirements, and organizational processes.
- Continuously maintain knowledge of tools, systems, and best practices relevant to assigned discipline.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 7 years of design experience in automotive CAD design and product development, with emphasis on suspension design.
- Proficiency in NX (Unigraphics)automotive design, Teamcenter and visualization/mockup tools.
- Strong understanding of suspension component design, assemblies, packaging, and manufacturing considerations.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field.
- Experience supporting advanced, concept, or production vehicle programs.
- Familiarity with vehicle chassis and suspension systems, including related body, underbody, and packaging interfaces.
- Experience working within a structured design request or work order system.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
- Minimum of 7 years design experience in automotive CAD design and product development with emphasis on suspension design
- Proficiency in NX (Unigraphics)
- Proficiency in Teamcenter
- Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems
- Proficiency with visualization/mockup tools
- Strong understanding of suspension component design, assemblies, packaging, and manufacturing considerations
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Associate degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Engineering Technology, or related field
- Experience supporting advanced, concept, or production vehicle programs
- Familiarity with vehicle chassis and suspension systems, including body, underbody, and packaging interfaces
- Experience working within a structured design request or work order system
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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