Sub-System Technical Lead – Suspension/Wheels/Tires/Mounts
Headquarters & Technology Center - Auburn Hills
- Automotive
- Full-time
- chassis systems
- suspension design
- vehicle engineering
The Sub-System Technical Lead for Suspension/Wheels/Tires/Mounts oversees the design, development, and validation of chassis sub-systems for vehicle programs, ensuring quality, cost, and functional objectives are met. This role involves coordinating suppliers, managing issues, authoring documentation, and leading engineering teams through matrix interactions. The position requires collaboration with the vehicle line Body Sub-System Technical Manager and focuses on engineering design and development management.
SSTL (Sub-System Technical Lead) – Suspension/Wheels/Tires/Mounts will be responsible to lead and coordinate the design, development, and validation activities for Chassis systems for assigned vehicle programs. This includes responsibilities to meet quality, cost, investment, weight, timing, technical and specified functional objectives. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) coordination of supplier and sourcing activities, issue resolution, authoring source packages, issue management, part change management (including cost collaboration) and Engineering Design & Development management. The position requires matrix interaction/leadership of assigned design and development engineers to achieve stated objectives. The position also requires close matrix interaction and taking direction from the subject vehicle line Body Sub-System Technical Manager (SSTM).
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.




