Transmission Structures/Castings Manager

Mopar • Auburn Hills, Michigan • Posted June 01, 2026

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced COE (Center of Excellence) Manager to lead a global team and the global design, engineering, and development of structural components for automatic transmissions and drivelines. This position oversees aluminum structural castings including transmission cases, gearbox covers, 4WD adapters, EDM housings, and related subsystems. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in high pressure die casting (HPDC), structural analysis, sealing strategies, fastener integration, and tooling optimization.

Responsibilities:
Lead global COE engineering activities for structural transmission components including housings, covers, adaptors, and sealing/fastening hardware. 

Mentor engineers and collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams globally.

Oversee clean sheet and optimization design of HPDC aluminum castings focusing on strength, durability, manufacturability, cost, and leak free performance.