Design and Release Engineer - Torque Transfer Systems

Job Overview

The Design and Release Engineer is responsible for managing the entire life cycle of their components and sub‑assemblies, including defining requirements, conceptual design, supplier sourcing, manufacturing, validation, and industrialization. The role is within the Transmission, Driveline and EDM Gear Reducers Organization Center of Excellence (COE) for torque transfer components (gears, splines, shafts, bearings, etc.).

• Design and release key components for torque transfer components.
• Lead the change management process for their respective components.
• Ensure key components incorporate design best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvements into the product design release process.
• Lead the technical infrastructure evolution for key components, including documentation, specifications, requirements definitions, and drawing signoffs.
• Lead supplier sourcing and industrialization of components, including production part approval processes.
• Support warranty and quality related topics for their components and systems.
• Lead cost optimization and value creation processes of their components.
• Provide training and mentoring to less experienced engineers.

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions or related field.
• Understanding of systems engineering within automatic transmissions and electric drive units.
• Previous experience as a DRE in OEM and tier‑1 suppliers to OEMs.
• Proficiency in GD&T, creating drawings of components and virtual analysis.
• Strong interpersonal communication and team leadership skills, comfortable presenting to executive leadership teams.

• Advanced degree with emphasis in mechanical engineering or similar.
• Working level experience with suppliers of torque converters, dampers and automatic transmission components.
• Hands‑on experience with design, release, and manufacturing processes for automotive applications.
• Greenbelt or Blackbelt certification.

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.