Exterior Systems Design and Release Engineer at Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jan, 26

Salary

195792.0

Posted On

16 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, CAD, TCE, CATIA, 3DX, Exterior Systems, Manufacturing Processes, Design Improvements, Technical Design Reviews, Automotive Body Systems, Regulatory Compliance, Design Validation, Cost Efficiency, Weight Reduction

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Position reports to Dearborn, MI office. Telecommuting permitted in accordance with company policy but must live within commuting distance of stated office. Design, develop, validate and release parts (fixed glass, wipers and washers, EV charge ports, fuel doors, leaf-screens, badging, appliques, spoilers, running boards, roof rails, etc.) under their responsibility for assigned program(s). Lead early development and system feasibility with studio and program management teams. Responsible for continuous design efficiency which includes but is not limited to design improvements to quality, cost, and weight. Design parts in compliance with Corporate, Local, and Global Regulatory Requirements, considering WCR (Worldwide Customers Requirements), ES (Engineering Specifications), SDS (Systems Design specifications). Design parts that meet Manufacturing and Assembly requirements and oversee incorporation at the Assembly Plant(s). Actively participate in technical design reviews. Must be willing to travel domestically 20% and internationally 2%. Requires a bachelor's or foreign equivalent degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field and 5 years of experience interfacing with studios to deliver Class “A” Parts that meet engineering requirements, manufacturing requirements, and global regulation. Experience may be acquired prior to completion of degree. 5 years of experience in each of the following: o Creating or modifying CAD with TCE, CATIA, or 3DX; o Delivering craftsmanship expectations and benchmarking for exterior systems, including fit and finish differences of competitive vehicles; o Resolving packaging requirements for exterior systems while delivering studio surfaces; and o Using exterior systems commodity manufacturing processes. Also requires 3 years of experience developing automotive body exterior systems in an engineering role. Experience may be acquired prior to completion of degree. We are offering a salary of $125,362.00 - $195,792.48/yr. As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder or all the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. LI-DNI DNP

Responsibilities

Design, develop, validate, and release exterior parts for assigned programs. Lead early development and system feasibility with studio and program management teams.