Design Release Engineer - Power Liftgate Sensors

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Stellantis

Design Release Engineer - Power Liftgate Sensors

Auburn Hills, MI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    The Engineer will be responsible for system and component design and release activities for the Power liftgate Handsfree kick sensor and the Power Liftgate Anti-Pinch Sensors and associated hardware. The scope includes both mechanical and electrical/electronic components. Responsibilities encompass end‑to‑end product development, from concept through validation and production release.

    Key duties include designing components to meet vehicle functional, performance, and packaging requirements using a DFSS methodology; leading DVP‑driven product development and validation activities; performing structural engineering analysis; supporting electronic hardware and software validation; and preparing release documentation in alignment with program timing, quality, and cost objectives. The role also supports continuous improvement and cost‑reduction initiatives throughout the product lifecycle.

    The position requires close collaboration with suppliers and cross‑functional internal teams across Stellantis, including manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and program management, to ensure successful program execution.

    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 24 th 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.

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  • Industry
    Automotive
  • About Us

    Stellantis is a constellation of 14 iconic automotive brands and two mobility arms that are about more than transportation: they’re about moving people and making connections. Fully committed to our customers and backed by partners that are leaders in their industries, we aim to develop, engineer, manufacture, and scale the best breakthroughs in all facets of sustainable mobility from autonomous, connected, electrified, shared and pre-owned vehicles to micro-mobility, commercial vehicles, and even electric aircraft.

    With a community of more than 160 nationalities, industrial operations in more than 30 countries and customers in more than 130 markets, we are among the most diverse companies in the world and able to unite people and ideas across borders and cultures. Our passionate, talented, and diverse teams support our iconic brands in providing freedom of mobility tailored to every need.