Hydraulics and Actuators Specialist -Powertrain

The Automatic Transmission and driveline design and release specialist for hydraulic control units, valve bodies, pumps, solenoids and actuators will be responsible for specifying and maintaining hydraulics & electromechanical component requirements . The candidate will work in the COE (council of excellence for hydraulics & electromechanical components (pump, filter, valve body, valves, solenoids, sensor, harness, etc.) Provide technical support and leadership within the transmission and driveline product release center engineering team for given propulsion system components .

Responsibilities:
Design and release responsible for key components for automatic transmissions and gear reducer systems

Lead and ensure key components design best practices , lessons learned and continuous improvements are followed and integrated into product design release process

Lead technical infrastructure lead for key components , documentation, specifications , requirements definitions and drawing signoffs for key supplied components

Lead and support warranty and quality related topics

Promote i ntellectual property identification and development

Coaching , training and mentoring less experienced engineers

Basic Qualifications:
A minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related degree field

A minimum of 10 years of experience in propulsion systems, automatic transmissions or related field

Experience design and release of actuators and pumps with PCBs

Understanding of s ystem e ngineering within automatic transmissions and e lectric d rives

Ability to author system/component level requirements

Strong interpersonal communication and team leadershi p skills and comfortable with presenting to executive leadership teams

Ability to travel globally to suppliers

Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in with emphasis in mechanical, electrical or similar

W orking level experience with actuator s , motor controls, communication protocols, sensors, software and functional safety .

Working experience with PCB s for a ctuators and pumps

Greenbelt or Blackbelt DFSS verification

Our Benefits — Designed with You in Mind
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
From your very first day, you’ll have access to medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage — ensuring you and your family stay healthy and protected.
Generous Paid Time Off
We believe in work-life balance. That’s why we offer: 17+ paid holidays, including shut-down from December 24th through New Years Day every year. Vacation, float & wellbeing days, sick time and fully paid parental leave when your family needs you most.
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans

We help you plan for the future with:
An employer match on contributions to your 401k, Roth, and Catch-Up plans
An employer contribution, even if you don’t contribute
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Benefit from included and optional disability, life, and other insurance programs — because your peace of mind matters.
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Eligible employees and their immediate families can enjoy company vehicle lease options with included insurance, maintenance, and unlimited mileage. Plus, take advantage of exclusive discounts on Stellantis products.
Family Building Benefit
We proudly support all paths to parenthood- including fertility and infertility treatments, adoption services, and gestational surrogacy.
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back

We believe in investing in your future and your passions:
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan refinancing programs
18 paid volunteer hours each year to make a difference in your community
And so much more!
When you join us, you’re not just building a career — you’re joining a company that supports you, inside and outside of work.