Development Lead-Seat Complete Integration
Job in
Auburn Hills, Oakland County, Michigan, 48326, USA
Listed on 2026-01-23
Listing for:
Stellantis
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-23
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Product Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Overview
We are seeking a Development Lead to join our Interior Seating team s 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
- Guide updating specifications based off lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives
- 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 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
- 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
- Must have a proven track record of program launches
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Proficiency in CAD tools and PLM systems (e.g., CATIA, Teamcenter)
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
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