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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design/Release/Development/Validation Engineers D - **Company:** Stellantis - **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Software Debugging, Hardware Design, PC Tools, Microsoft PowerPoint, Test Execution Engine, Hardware Testing - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.mitalent.org/job-seeker/job-details/JobCode/409008144 ## About the Role Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical or related degree field A minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in Automatic Transmission hardware design, driveline design or hardware validation Strong communication and presentation skills as well as experience with basic PC software (e.g. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project) Candidate must be highly motivated, self-directed, have the ability to manage multiple complex projects, and have a positive attitude Preferred Qualifications: Master of Science degree in Engineering 5 years of experience in transmission design, development, and testing DFSS Green Belt Calibration or controls development preferred for DVE opportunities Specific experience with software, calibration, transmission efficiency and/or thermal management is desired An understanding of transmission operation and the interaction between gears, clutches, and electrohydraulic components is desired Experience with transmission testing procedures, in vehicle or on dynamometer, and other related considerations are also highly valued ## Description Be a part of the growing team in the Stellantis Transmission Engineering department! The Design/Release/Development/Validation Engineers (DVE) for Automatic Transmissions, Drivelines and Gears etc. are responsible for designing, developing, and validating components and systems and will work closely with other engineering groups interacting with the transmission, including - but not limited to - transmission hardware, software, calibration, thermal management, engine, driveline engineering organizations. The candidates will be responsible for test execution to ensure functional objectives and durability goals are met. This includes, test planning, Bill-of-material development, test cell setup and debug, test schedule development, root cause analysis of test stoppages throughout the test and finally to lead the test article inspection and report following the end of each test. The test engineer will initiate root cause analysis and solution development process if and when test failures are identified., The Design/Release/Development/Validation Engineers (DVE) for Automatic Transmissions, Drivelines and Gears etc. are responsible for designing, developing, and validating components and systems and will work closely with other engineering groups interacting with the transmission, including - but not limited to - transmission hardware, software, calibration, thermal management, engine, driveline engineering organizations. The candidates will be responsible for test execution to ensure functional objectives and durability goals are met. This includes, test planning, Bill-of-material development, test cell setup and debug, test schedule development, root cause analysis of test stoppages throughout the test and finally to lead the test article inspection and report following the end of each test. The test engineer will initiate root cause analysis and solution development process if and when test failures are identified. 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. 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