Product Engineer - Driveline/Axles

Product Engineer is Responsible for Design release of Driveline/Axles components and assemblies responsibilities will include, but not limited to, creating the product Requirements and delivering complete/validated design and product meeting technical requirements (functional and durability) for the assigned inhouse design and/or purchased components and Assemblies. Products may be complex and include new technology, requiring related knowledge and relevant prior experience.

The candidate will also be responsible will:

• Acts as single point of contact for select components or assemblies as assigned, internally (Stellantis internal stake holders) and externally (supplier partners)
• Lead the design and development of driveline/Axles systems, subsystems and components. Follow STLA PSDP and Driveline Gate review process and meet Program / Product milestones.
• Collaboration: Work closely with key stakeholder teams such as CAE, NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), durability, vehicle dynamics, packaging, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• DVP&R Execution: Develop and execute validation plans, including component/system bench/vehicle testing, to verify the performance and durability of systems & components
• Root Cause Analysis: Identify and resolve technical issues utilizing root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques.
• Supplier Sourcing, Design reviews & Approvals: Lead design reviews and drive approvals for supplier design selection through appropriate assessments and adherence to Stellantis engineering best practices.
• Best Practices and Documentation: Create, implement, and manage engineering best practices, including the development and maintenance of core DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP (Design Verification Plan) documents related to driveline systems.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to improve designs, processes, and products through innovative solutions and best practices.
• Technical Specification: Generating detailed system and sub-system technical specifications (SSTS/TTS) to ensure functional objectives are met. Manage these documents to ensure alignment of requirements with the supplier base.
• Total Warranty Cost/Spending Reduction: Identify areas of improvement to reduce total warranty costs and propose technical solutions. Support QTWS initiatives, lead Root Cause and corrective action for Quality / Product Development GIMs.
• Presentation Skills: Prepare and present technical reports, design reviews, and project updates to stakeholders.
• Industry Competitiveness: Stay up to date with the latest advancements in driveline & Axles technologies and incorporate innovative solutions into product designs.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field
• Experience of Product Engineering in the automotive industry
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues and optimize designs
• Basic knowledge of driveline components from any of these - Power Transfer Units, Rear Drive Modules, Gear Reducer, Axle, T-case, differential, Gears, etc.
• Strong interpersonal communication, adaptable to work on multiple programs, proactive and driven for results
• Understanding of DFSS, DFMEA, DVP&R, DRBTR, DRBFM and Problem-Solving tools like fish bone analysis, Is-Is not, 3L5Y, Red X Shannin, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• DFSS green belt certification
• 3 years of Working experience in driveline / Axles
• Demonstrated working level experience in decomposing intended functions into requirements
• Working experience with in-vehicle problem diagnosis and NVH evaluations
• Knowledge of CAE/CFD to collaborate with virtual analysis teams
• Assembly and computer aided design (NX / CATIA)
• Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
• Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R)
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Critical character traits to ensure success: Self driven, Action Oriented, Dealing with Ambiguity, Customer Focus, Problem Solving