The Restraint Design Release Engineer (DRE) is responsible for the design, development and release of one or more of the following components: the steering wheel, seat belts and/or airbags to support Stellantis vehicle programs.

Assignments include working with suppliers and other cross-functional areas to design, develop and release restraint components and systems. This will include writing change notices and compliance reports, overall management and updates to Stellantis systems and core documentation (e.g., DVPR, DFMEA) to meet program timing and deliverables. The Engineer will follow, track, root cause and manage to resolution issues found during development and serial life (warranty). They will also provide the same support to the plants for build issues found during pre-production, production launch, and serial life builds.

The Restraint DRE is expected to manage the development of the passive safety restraint requirements. The Restraints DRE with steering wheel responsibilities is expected to manage the development of the capacitive hands-on detection and heating (electrical and performance) requirements. The chosen candidate will work with other Stellantis engineering organizations to package and develop the complete restraint system. The Restraints DRE will interface with purchasing, product design office, manufacturing and supply base groups to achieve program objectives.

The Restraint DRE is responsible for the review of testing, parts, data and best practices to meet program requirements, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), ECE and other integral certifications.

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.

📌 Design & Release Engineer Restraints (Santa Fe)
🏢 Stellantis
📍 Santa Fe