Vehicle Development Manager
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Engineering
Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Operations Management
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Vehicle Development Manager is responsible for leading the integration and synthesis of all vehicle systems to achieve world-class performance, quality, and customer experience targets. This role serves as the technical bridge between chassis, powertrain, body, interior, and electrical teams—ensuring that all subsystems come together as one cohesive and optimized vehicle. You will oversee vehicle-level attribute balancing, performance target setting, and prototype validation, driving cross-functional alignment from concept through production launch.
Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related, technical field
- A minimum of 10years of well rounded automotive development experience - preferably including experience with leading teams in vehicle integration, vehicle sciences (Dynamics, NVH, etc), or system engineering
- Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams through the full product lifecycle
- Work effectively and manage direct and non-direct reports across multiple unique disciplines
- Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and a self-directed process thinker with well-developed problem-solving skills
- Deep understanding of vehicle attributes, system interactions, and trade-off management
- Ability to simplify complex engineering topics, develop and deliver a presentation concisely to all levels of management and external audiences/media
- Ability to make quick decisions using sound engineering logic while representing the Voice of the Customer
- Ability to define the engineering logic behind features and systems critical to the customer experience
- Passion for cars & trucks, motorsports / vehicle recreation and continuous innovation.
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 OffWe 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 PlansWe 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
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease ProgramEligible 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 BenefitWe proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving BackWe 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
When you join us, you're not just building a career — you're joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.
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