Design Release Engineer - Actuators/Park-Locking Systems

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Design Release Engineer to join our Powertrain Engineering team having automatic transmission and electric drive modules design development and release specialty for gearbox park lock actuator and park system components. Candidate is responsible for specifying and maintaining functional, performance & mechanical, electronics and software requirements. He/she will work in the COE (council of excellence) for Mechatronics systems for automatic transmissions and e-machine gear reducer.

Provide technical support and leadership within the transmission and driveline product release center engineering team for propulsion system components. This role demands expertise in park lock actuation system functional requirements for ICE and BEV vehicles, knowledge of the vehicle functional safety, in depth understanding of the park by wire and shift by wire systems.

Job Responsibilities

Design and release responsible for certain key components and performance standards for automatic transmissions, electric drive module and driveline actuators.

• Lead and ensure key components design SSTS, best practices, lessons learned and continuous improvements are followed and integrated into product design release process
• Lead technical infrastructure for key components, documentation, specifications, requirements definitions and drawing signoffs for key supplier and tier 1,2,3 components
• Lead and support warranty and quality related topics Coaching, training and mentoring less experienced engineers Basic Qualifications: A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field A minimum of 5 years experience design and release of actuator components including gears, bearing, bushings, shafts and glass reinforced plastic housings
• Demonstrate significant virtual analysis and CAE design experience
• Strong interpersonal communication and team leadership skills and comfortable with presenting to executive leadership teams Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree in mechanical engineering Working level experience with suppliers of automatic transmission and EDM gear reducer components Greenbelt or Blackbelt DFSS certification 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: 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.