Design Lead – Seat Complete Integration

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Stellantis
Auburn Hills, MICHIGAN, United States
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  • FullTime
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We are seeking a Development Lead to join our Interior Seating team at Stellantis. This role will act as a technical leader and mentor, supporting Design Release Engineers (DREs) across multiple seat subdisciplines including structures, plastics, trim, foam, and Just-In-Time (JIT) seat complete assemblies. The Development Lead will ensure robust engineering execution, cross-functional alignment, and timely delivery of program milestones.Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership:

  • Provide guidance and oversight to DREs on seat system components (structures, plastics, trim, foam) and complete seat assemblies.
  • Ensure compliance with Stellantis engineering standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Program Support:

  • Drive issue resolution and risk mitigation across subdisciplines.
  • Support program timing, cost, and quality objectives through proactive planning and execution.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Interface with suppliers, manufacturing, quality, and purchasing teams to ensure seamless integration of seat systems.
  • Facilitate communication between engineering teams and JIT suppliers for complete seat delivery.

Process & Continuous Improvement:

  • Champion best practices in design, validation, and launch readiness.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency in seat system development.

Mentorship & Development:

  • Act as a coach for DREs, fostering technical growth and problem-solving skills.
  • Support onboarding and training for new engineers within the seating team.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 8 years in automotive seating engineering or related discipline.
  • Strong knowledge of seat structures, plastics, trim, foam, and JIT assembly processes.
  • Proven track record in leading technical teams or supervising engineers.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Strong communication and leadership skills.
  • Proficiency in CAD tools and PLM systems (e.g., CATIA, Teamcenter).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in design of seat headrest and armrest
  • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

At Stellantis, you’ll be part of a global team driving innovation in automotive seating systems. This role offers the opportunity to influence product development, mentor talented engineers, and deliver world-class seating solutions for future vehicles.

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