Design Release Engineer - Intermediate

Company: Stellantis (formerly FCA US, LLC)

Job Title: Design Release Engineer - Intermediate
Job Type: Contract to hire
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Pay Range: $42.00/hour

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Design Release Engineer to support the development of body exterior functional plastics from concept through full production. This role plays a critical part in ensuring high-quality, manufacturable, and cost-effective automotive components. Youll collaborate across engineering, design, and manufacturing teams, making a direct impact on vehicle launches and performance. This opportunity is ideal for engineers who enjoy owning projects end-to-end and working in a fast-paced, collaborative automotive environment.

• Lead development of exterior (and potentially interior) plastic components from initial concept through production launch

• Provide feasibility input based on design concepts, sketches, and clay models

• Establish and manage development timelines throughout the project lifecycle

• Develop functional objectives, build objectives, DVPR, and DFMEA documentation

• Coordinate with internal and external design resources to guide component development

• Release component geometry using Teamcenter/NX tools

• Validate designs through CAE analysis and physical testing at component, system, and vehicle levels

• Manage documentation required for system release and compliance

• Oversee tooling construction and support production of assemblies

• Provide on-site support during pilot builds and production launch, including travel to facilities (e.g., Canada/Windsor)

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions related to fit, finish, assembly, and performance issues

• Analyze warranty data and identify cost reduction opportunities

• 35 years of relevant engineering experience

• Experience with exterior plastics strongly preferred (interior plastics also considered)

• Exposure to automotive OEM programs or strong Tier 1 supplier experience

• Experience supporting product launch cycles (cradle-to-grave engineering involvement preferred)

• Familiarity with Teamcenter and ability to navigate CAD mockups (no design work required)

• Understanding of Product Design Office (PDO) processes

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross-functionally

• Opportunity to work on high-impact automotive projects from concept to launch

• Exposure to advanced engineering processes and cross-functional collaboration

• Long-term contract with potential for extension

• Hands-on experience with OEM-level development and production environments

• Supportive and dynamic team culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

If youre ready to take your engineering career to the next level and contribute to exciting automotive innovations, wed love to hear from you. Apply today and be part of a team shaping the future of mobility.

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