Transmission Structures COE Manager

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Apr 04, 2026
We are seeking an experienced COE (Center of Excellence) Manager to lead a global team and the global design, engineering, and development of structural components for automatic transmissions and drivelines. This position oversees aluminum structural castings including transmission cases, gearbox covers, 4WD adapters, EDM housings, and related subsystems. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in high pressure die casting (HPDC), structural analysis, sealing strategies, fastener integration, and tooling optimization. Responsibilities: Lead global COE engineering activities for structural transmission components including housings, covers, adaptors, and sealing/fastening hardware. Mentor engineers and collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams globally. Oversee clean sheet and optimization design of HPDC aluminum castings focusing on strength, durability, manufacturability, cost, and leak free performance. Understand and interpret structural FEA, including stress/strain analysis, fatigue, thermal distortion, and optimization of wall thickness, ribbing, and geometry. Collaborate with sealing specialist for strategy development including surface finish, flatness, gasket compatibility, edge bonded seals, and RTV sealing methods. Support fastened joint specialist with reviewing structural joints Direct problem solving and warranty investigations addressing porosity, dimensional issues, leak paths, and structural failures. Drive best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvement into structural technical infrastructure. Mentor engineers and collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams globally. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree field 10 or more years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions, or closely related field Broad working knowledge of transmission architectures, including AT, CVT, and EVT systems. Demonstrated experience developing and authoring system and component level requirements for suppliers Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities, with confidence presenting to senior and executive leadership Ability to travel globally to suppliers and Stellantis transmission and vehicle assembly plants Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering Hands on experience collaborating with casting and machining suppliers, including tooling reviews, process capability assessment, and production support DFSS Green Belt or Black Belt certification, demonstrating strong proficiency in structured problem solving and design optimization methodologies Working knowledge of APQP and PPAP processes, including supplier qualification, documentation, and launch readiness assessments 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.