Regional Chief Engineer - Engine

The Regional Chief Engineer (RCE) – Advanced Turbocharged Engines is responsible for the end-to-end technical leadership, delivery, and performance of next-generation turbocharged gasoline engine programs within the region.

This role serves as the single point of accountability for engineering execution across design, validation, manufacturing, and quality, ensuring alignment with global strategy while meeting regional regulatory, performance, and cost targets.

The RCE leads cross-functional teams to deliver high-efficiency, high-performance turbocharged engine systems from concept through launch and into serial production.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Leadership & Delivery

• Own full lifecycle delivery of turbocharged engine programs (concept → production → field support)
• Define and manage program targets : performance, efficiency, emissions, cost, and timing
• Drive milestone execution and ensure readiness at key gates (e.g., design freeze, validation, launch)

Technical Leadership

• Lead system-level integration of turbocharged engine architectures (air handling, combustion, thermal systems, boosting strategy)
• Ensure robust engineering solutions through DFMEA, validation planning, and design reviews

Cross-Functional Integration

• Coordinate across:
  • Design System Engineers (DSEs)
  • Release Engineers (DREs)
  • Calibration, CAE, and validation teams
  • Manufacturing and supplier quality
• Drive issue resolution through structured problem-solving and escalation when required

Quality & Robustness Ownership

• Accountable for engine quality performance in development and field
• Lead root cause investigations and ensure implementation of permanent corrective actions
• Monitor KPIs including warranty, durability, and test outcomes

Manufacturing & Launch Execution

• Ensure manufacturability and smooth plant launch in coordination with manufacturing leadership
• Oversee build phases, pilot execution, and production ramp-up activities

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide regular executive updates on program status, risks, and mitigation plans
• Represent the region in global engineering and program leadership forums

 

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 24 th 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.