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Refrigerant Loop Engineer

Stellantis
parental leave, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Auburn Hills
Jan 23, 2026
The North America HVAC and Engine Systems organization is currently seeking a Quality Focused Design Release Engineer to join the refrigerant loop team at the Headquarters & Technical Center (CTC) in Auburn Hills, MI. The ideal candidate possesses a blend of component development and quality background from any automotive or similar background. The refrigerant loop engineer will be focused on root causing the warranty/quality issues related to AC compressors and AC lines. Candidate will be responsible to help triage and root cause issues along with finding future process/design improvement opportunities related to refrigerant loop. Duties may include documenting the issues, maintaining relevant presentations and work with the global issue management (GIM), AI data analysis tool, Statistical tools, support onsite part reviews and make necessary trips to suppliers or to the Stellantis plants. In a day-to-day role, candidate may need to interface with multiple stakeholders such as powertrain, BIW, Aero/Thermal, Engine Cooling and suppliers (not limited to). Candidate may also be required to support bench level testing and vehicle reviews to identify the root cause and help fix the issues for critical warranty topics. Candidates are also expected to lead meetings and establish containment actions for quality related issues pertaining to refrigerant loop. Product development and maintaining DVPR may also be required. Basic qualifications, experience, and knowledge: Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (or equivalent). 5+ years of experience in HVAC compressors and/or A/C line design/development. Other related design experience (Engine cooling, Aero-Thermal) also a plus. Very good knowledge about Unigraphics NX and CATIA Strong PC + MS Office skills required. Excellent written, verbal and listening skills and interpersonal skills. Self-starter and motivated to produce results. Experience with Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA). Experience with Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R). Basic thermodynamics knowledge. Knowledge related to statistical tools and/or AI data mining tools. Experience with quality process/tools and or warranty systems. Preferred qualifications: Experience in e-compressors, chillers, EV components are a plus. Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS). Basic knowledge in Thermodynamics. Automotive assembly plant experience. HVAC system engineering knowledge. Previous experience as an AC line design and release engineer. Working knowledge of GD&T and understanding full detail on drawings 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.