Tire Design Release Engineer

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2017954

Career Area:

Engineering Position Type:

Salaried Location:

Headquarters & Technology Center - Auburn Hills 48326 ,

US Date Posted:

May 19, 2026

Brand:

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Key Responsibilities:

Lead tire selection and development for assigned vehicle programs Define tire performance specifications aligned with vehicle-level targets (ride, handling, NVH, durability, etc.) Manage tire supplier relationships, including sourcing, technical reviews, and issue resolution Coordinate tire releases in PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) in accordance with program timing Conduct and support vehicle-level testing where applicable (proving ground, lab, winter testing, etc.) Analyze test data and drive optimization of tire performance Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (FMVSS, ECE, etc.) Support root cause analysis and resolution of tire-related issues Work cross-functionally with: Suspension/Chassis Engineering Vehicle Dynamics Wheel & Brake Systems Manufacturing and Quality Participate in program reviews and report status to leadership

Qualifications Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Minimum of five years of automotive engineering experience (tire, wheel, chassis, or vehicle dynamics preferred) Strong understanding of tire construction, performance characteristics, and testing methods Understanding of cost drivers within tire designs Experience working with tire suppliers (e.g., Michelin, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Continental, etc.) Knowledge of PLM systems (Teamcenter or equivalent) Experience with vehicle testing and data analysis tools Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in tire development or release engineering Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., MF-Tyre, Adams, CarSim) Understanding of vehicle attribute trade-offs (rolling resistance vs. handling vs. NVH) Experience with global vehicle programs and regulatory environments Master's degree in Engineering (preferred but not required

Key Competencies:

Technical depth in tire systems Program management and execution focus Supplier management and negotiation skills Data-driven decision making Strong attention to detail and quality Benefits Salaried Employee Benefits (US, Non-Represented) Health & Wellbeing Comprehensive coverages encompassing the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and overall Wellbeing of our employees, including short- and long-term disability. Compensation, Savings, and Retirement Annual Incentive Plan (SAIP), 401k with Employer Match & Contribution (max 8%), SoFi Student Loan Refinancing. Time Away from Work Paid time includes company holidays, vacation, and Float/Wellbeing Days. Family Benefits 12 Weeks paid Parental Leave, Domestic Partner Benefits, Family Building Benefit, Marketplace, Life/Disability and other Insurances. Professional Growth Annual training, tuition reimbursement and discounts, Business Resource & Intra-professional Groups. Company Car & More Comprehensive Company Car Program and Vehicle Discounts. Vehicle discounts include family and friends. EOE/Disability/Veteran 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. Our benefits reflects the

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