Electric Motor Mechanical Design Engineer

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Oct 24, 2025
The Electric Motor Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for the E-Motors' Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, and Assembly for automotive electrification applications. This role includes the development of the Mechanical design and specification of different E-Motors for all types of Electrified Propulsions (LV/HV for MHEVs, PHEVs, and BEVs) and will provide technical guidance & direction to other E-Motor Design domains. The Engineer will also drive mechanical design assessments for purchased designs as well as standards, requirements & analysis of in-house designs. The candidate will stay abreast of new E-Motors technology including Benchmarking and Lead the Mechanical Design and Assembly activities and development. The Engineer will also participate in E-Motors technical roadmap and develop different Mechanical concepts of E-Motor Systems to meet vehicle requirements. Basic Qualifications: Masters Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related degree field Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience Minimum of 5 years of Mechanical Design and Assembly for traction E-Motors Understanding of E-Motor assembly and subcomponents with experience in design of stator assembly & rotor assembly, including but not limited to laminations, cores, housing, copper wire, insulation paper, cooling rings, shafts, bearings, magnets, end rings, balance rings & position sensors Experience in Designing, Manufacturing and Assembly of different Mechanical design topologies for traction E-Motors (e.g., Indication Machines, Surface Permanent Magnet, Interior Permanent Magnet, PM Assist, etc.) Experience with Mechanical Principles and Analysis (Finite Element Analysis, Simulation, and Modeling) Basic understanding of E-Motors' Electromagnetic, Thermal, and NVH Analysis and Testing Experience in E-Motors Design for Manufacturing and E-Motors Design for Assembly (DFMEA, PFEMA, DRBTR, DRBFM, etc.) Experience in E-Motors prototyping and production Materials knowledge in E-Motors subcomponents (electrical steel, magnets, housing, copper, aluminum, insulation paper, varnish, epoxy, shaft, etc) Knowledge of E-Motor design principles, operation, testing, and reliability Knowledge of different E-Motor technologies, IPM, IM, Axial flux, SRM Knowledge of different E-Motor Cooling technologies; Water, Oil, or Hybrid Expert in regards to GD&T As appropriate, owns the test-to-learn process, data collection, and analysis of E-Motors' Mechanical Structure and Stresses results. Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work both independently and with others Demonstrated ability to summarize and present work to management and cross-functional teams Demonstrated ability to drive mechanical design and execute mechanical design from concept to launch Preferred Qualifications: Ph.D. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Equivalent Engineering from an ABET accredited university Familiarity with automotive product development processes and project management Knowledgeable in use of Team Center with experience in NX in a production release environment. Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA) Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Familiarity with automotive product development processes and project management Self-starter with demonstrated problem solving ability Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong leadership and interpersonal skills 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.