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Job Description
Subsystem Technical Lead (SSTL) - Frame and Chassis Vehicle Adaptation (CVA) Stellantis United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills Jun 29, 2026 In the SSTL role, the candidate will be responsible for leading the development and adherence of quality/cost/timing/function deliverables for the Frame and CVA components/systems on a given program(s). They will be responsible for the team's on-time delivery at each milestone from concept through vehicle launch including presenting progress to management and senior leadership. Project management key process indicators (KPI's) and cost/weight/investment (C/W/I) efficiency will be utilized to monitor success. Technical oversight responsibilities include component design (FMEA), analysis (CAE), vehicle packaging (NX), model/drawing integrity (Teamcenter), Product Assurance Plan (PAP), component validation (DVP&R), change management (CN), engineering bill of material (EBOM/CODEP), build support, issue management (GIMS), fastened joint design, and assembly torque development. The SSTL will be required to support pre-production and production builds onsite at domestic and international assembly plants based on program needs. Product scope includes frames, crossmembers, hitches, skid plates, tow hooks, spare tire jacks, winches.
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
Minimum of 8 years of professional automotive engineering experience
Proficient in DFMEA, DVP&R, PDP, change process (ODM/CN/CCD) tools and processes
Proficient in technical aspects of structural component design including DFMEA, DVP&R, product development processes, change management tools and process
Demonstrated team leadership abilities including the ability to set targets, evaluate/identify gaps to existing targets, and lead solution activity
Ability to travel to supplier locations and Stellantis plants to support project both domestically and internationally
Proficient with
Microsoft Office Preferred Requirements:
Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering or equivalent from an ABET-accredited or equivalent program
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Green Belt/Black Belt certification
Formal training/experience in problem solving, quality and reliability (example Shainin)
Strong GD&T skill set
Experience with UG NX and Teamcenter
Experience with Stellantis releasing system In the SSTL role, the candidate will be responsible for leading the development and adherence of quality/cost/timing/function deliverables for the Frame and CVA components/systems on a given program(s). They will be responsible for the team's on-time delivery at each milestone from concept through vehicle launch including presenting progress to management and senior leadership. Project management key process indicators (KPI's) and cost/weight/investment (C/W/I) efficiency will be utilized to monitor success. Technical oversight responsibilities include component design (FMEA), analysis (CAE), vehicle packaging (NX), model/drawing integrity (Teamcenter), Product Assurance Plan (PAP), component validation (DVP&R), change management (CN), engineering bill of material (EBOM/CODEP), build support, issue management (GIMS), fastened joint design, and assembly torque development. The SSTL will be required to support pre-production and production builds onsite at domestic and international assembly plants based on program needs. Product scope includes frames, crossmembers, hitches, skid plates, tow hooks, spare tire jacks, winches. 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.