Catalyst DRE

Stellantis • Auburn Hills, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Catalyst Design and Release Engineer supports development of gasoline aftertreatment systems (ATS) for future propulsion applications, helping meet emissions standards such as TIER4, California LEV IV, EURO7, China 7, and PL8. Development focuses on three-way advanced catalyst (TWC) technologies and gasoline particulate filters (GPF), applying expertise in kinetics, reactor design, transport, and program management. Work spans ER&D and aftertreatment specification, supplier collaboration, calibration development, program launch, full useful life (FUL), and in-use issues. Other proof-of-concept aftertreatment projects may also be included depending on the candidate’s skills and background.

This is an on-site position at the Chrysler Technology Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The position reports directly to the Calibration Engineering Lead and works under the direction of the North America Engineering Manager for Emissions and Aftertreatment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry from an ABET-accredited university.
• At least 3 years of experience in kinetics, reactor design, transport, and program management.
• At least 1 year of demonstrated gasoline ATS development experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of chemistry and engineering principles.
• Data-processing skills, especially related to test engine dynamometer and vehicle emissions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated and proactive.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of demonstrated gasoline ATS development experience.
• In-depth understanding of advanced catalyst technologies, including substrates and catalyst washcoat design and coating, related to TWCs and GPFs for gasoline engines; relevant areas include hardware, emissions calibration, diagnostics, controls, and modeling or simulation.
• Ability to plan, test, analyze, and solve complex system problems across the propulsion system to meet objectives such as performance, emissions, backpressure, diagnostics, NVH, quality, and fuel economy.
• Ability to apply project-management procedures and methodologies, including planning, scheduling, and reporting to achieve deliverables, using tools such as MS Project and Excel.
• Experience with automotive hardware supply chains.
• Experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) proactive engineering methods, including Design of Experiments (DoE).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with supply chain and internal teams to create, source, and provide ATS for propulsion calibration development.
• Investigate innovative emissions-system technologies, including advanced catalyst technologies and optimized low-PGM solutions.
• Develop ATS solutions for future vehicles that balance cost, performance, complexity, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop requirements for catalyst component plant and control models, including catalyst and aging characterization.
• Define and direct externally based technology development projects with suppliers and partners to meet critical ATS needs.
• Support quality improvement efforts, share lessons learned from internal and post-production experience to prevent recurrence, and perform benchmarking analysis.
• Lead or support production development activities that enable vehicle launch, including ATS procurement, supplier interactions, PPAP, APQP, and aging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level