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Career Area: Engineering
Position Type: Salaried
48326, US
Date Posted: November 10, 2026
Brand: FCA Group
This position will be responsible for the design, development, timing and production release of a system/component within Fuels Systems: Filler pipes, Fuel lines, Fuel Cap & Capless. Other responsibilities will include quality improvements, value optimization, weight reduction and other efficiency improvement initiatives including communicating technical product status to management. The Design Release Engineer will interact with suppliers and will work closely with internal and external groups such as testing and prototype labs, Design Team, CAE engineers, vehicle program team, supplier operations and manufacturing plants.
The expectations include:
- Deliver all program milestone requirements on time and with quality
- Manage design changes to components and resolve functional, durability, assembly issues as required
- Utilize engineering tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, application & adherence of specifications & best practices
- Lead technical design reviews for components at key program milestones and at management reviews
- Review validation setup at internal location or supplier, ensuring testing is performed to specification, review test results for accuracy and compliance requirements and report results to management
- Collaborate with cross functional teams (safety, packaging, program, design, advanced manufacturing) to ensure robust design of fuel components through program milestones & launch
- Be on site at production plant & engineering office to support builds and issue resolution
- Ensure quality post program launch by supporting warranty reviews
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 STELLANTIS commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
We care about your privacy. For more information on how your personal data is processed, please read the specific Privacy Statement provided by the respective entities whose job offer you have selected.
Career Area: Engineering
Position Type: Salaried
48326, US
Date Posted: November 10, 2026
Brand: FCA Group
This position will be responsible for the design, development, timing and production release of a system/component within Fuels Systems: Filler pipes, Fuel lines, Fuel Cap & Capless. Other responsibilities will include quality improvements, value optimization, weight reduction and other efficiency improvement initiatives including communicating technical product status to management. The Design Release Engineer will interact with suppliers and will work closely with internal and external groups such as testing and prototype labs, Design Team, CAE engineers, vehicle program team, supplier operations and manufacturing plants.
The expectations include:
- Deliver all program milestone requirements on time and with quality
- Manage design changes to components and resolve functional, durability, assembly issues as required
- Utilize engineering tools such as DFMEA, PFMEA, DVP&R, application & adherence of specifications & best practices
- Lead technical design reviews for components at key program milestones and at management reviews
- Review validation setup at internal location or supplier, ensuring testing is performed to specification, review test results for accuracy and compliance requirements and report results to management
- Collaborate with cross functional teams (safety, packaging, program, design, advanced manufacturing) to ensure robust design of fuel components through program milestones & launch
- Be on site at production plant & engineering office to support builds and issue resolution
- Ensure quality post program launch by supporting warranty reviews
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 STELLANTIS commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
We care about your privacy. For more information on how your personal data is processed, please read the specific Privacy Statement provided by the respective entities whose job offer you have selected.
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Who's Hiring
- ALTEN17
- Stellantis17
- General Motors (GM)17
- Ford Motor Company7
- SEGULA Technologies7
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Automotive
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
- Manufacturing
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design release engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering
- Experience with PLM software such as Teamcenter, Windchill, or Enovia
- Proficiency managing engineering change orders and bills of materials
- Familiarity with GD&T standards and engineering drawing interpretation
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including manufacturing and procurement
- Knowledge of APQP, DFMEA, or other product development quality processes
Tips for Your Design Release Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to release workflows
Highlight your experience with engineering change orders, part numbering systems, and PLM tools like Teamcenter or Windchill. Hiring managers scan for these specifics because they signal you can step into release processes without a ramp-up period.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists design release engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by PLM platform familiarity
Many postings are written around a specific PLM environment. Prioritize roles where your platform experience matches exactly, since cross-training on a new system while learning the job's release cadence adds friction most hiring teams want to avoid.
Prepare a change order walkthrough story
Interviewers for this role almost always ask you to walk through a real engineering change you managed end to end. Practice describing the trigger, the cross-functional stakeholders you coordinated, the approval steps, and the outcome in under three minutes.
Address BOM accuracy gaps before interviews
If your resume shows time in a role where BOM ownership was shared or unclear, be ready to explain your specific contribution. Ambiguity around BOM accountability is one of the most common follow-up questions you'll face in a technical screen.
Negotiate start date around release cycle timing
Design release teams often have hard deadlines tied to program milestones. Knowing a team's current program phase before you negotiate your start date lets you position yourself as someone who can contribute immediately rather than someone who needs onboarding during a crunch.
Design Release Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most design release engineers?
ALTEN, Stellantis, and General Motors (GM) are hiring the most design release engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Michigan, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Automotive OEMs and their Tier 1 suppliers consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many design release engineer jobs are remote?
About 40% of design release engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on coordination this role requires with manufacturing and tooling teams. Sub-areas closest to documentation management and BOM administration tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible postings.
How do you become a design release engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, then build experience in a product development or engineering support role where you manage drawings, BOMs, or change orders. Learning a major PLM system on the job is common. Moving into a dedicated design release engineer title typically follows two to four years of that foundational work, often after demonstrating ownership of a full engineering change cycle.
How do you get hired as a design release engineer with little experience?
Target entry-level or associate design release engineer postings at Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, which often have more tolerance for candidates who are strong on PLM fundamentals but light on independent release ownership. Internships or co-op rotations in engineering change or document control are the clearest bridges. Emphasize any coursework or project work involving BOM creation, GD&T interpretation, or cross-functional coordination in your application materials.
What does the design release engineer interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four stages: an initial recruiter screen focused on PLM experience and program background, a technical interview where you walk through an engineering change you owned end to end, a cross-functional panel with representatives from manufacturing or procurement, and a final hiring manager conversation. Some employers add a practical exercise involving a redlined drawing or a mock change order review to test your attention to detail under realistic conditions.
Where can I find and apply to design release engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to design release engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your PLM experience, seniority level, and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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