Ford Motor
Upper Body Structures - Sheet Metal - Product Design and Release Engineer
Ford Motor, Allen Park, Michigan, United States, 48102
Overview
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position… Professional position utilizing engineering education and experience to design and release Upper Body structures. The D&R engineer is responsible to design, develop, release and validate parts with an emphasis on light-weight materials and designs. Responsibilities
Understand structural design to meet vehicle attributes including FMVSS, NVH and Safety Lead Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating in supplier selection to achieve program targets Develop component designs that meet customer requirements, and Vehicle Operations manufacturing requirements. Interface with engineers of surrounding components and systems (seats, electrical, etc) Release 3-D CAD that meets system design requirements Support supplier and Ford CAE testing of structure and closure designs prior to tooling Kick off tooling, supplier part manufacturing, part layout, and part testing Lead prototype vehicle level build support for structures Manage Final Engineering Sign-off and production vehicle launch at Ford assembly plants Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Excellent communication skills, both oral and written 3+ years of experience as structures D&R Engineer or relevant course work for new graduates 3+ Years of Body Structure experience Even better, if you have … Preferred Master’s Degree preferred Recent product development experience with Ford body commodities a plus Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred Applying DMAIC and DFSS principles Reviewing and signing-off on component drawings and gaging practices Applying 8D, fishbone, and DOE problem solving methodology Creating Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, DFMEA & SCCAFs Reviewing CAE models and CAD drawings Leading design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance Maintaining DVP&R and signing-off on DV tests – including FMVSS requirements Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point). Executing threaded fastener joint designs and tests Knowledge of Ford software systems: AIMS, WERS, FEDE, and Integrator You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! Benefits
This position is a salary grade 7 - 8. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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-Onsite
#LI-JT1 Responsibilities What you\'ll do… The engineer will lead the following design engineering activities from pre-program through launch: Understand structural design to meet vehicle attributes including FMVSS, NVH and Safety Lead Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating in supplier selection to achieve program targets Develop component designs that meet customer requirements, and Vehicle Operations manufacturing requirements. Interface with engineers of surrounding components and systems (seats, electrical, etc) Release 3-D CAD that meets system design requirements Support supplier and Ford CAE testing of structure and closure designs prior to tooling Kick off tooling, supplier part manufacturing, part layout, and part testing Lead prototype vehicle level build support for structures Manage Final Engineering Sign-off and production vehicle launch at Ford assembly plants
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We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position… Professional position utilizing engineering education and experience to design and release Upper Body structures. The D&R engineer is responsible to design, develop, release and validate parts with an emphasis on light-weight materials and designs. Responsibilities
Understand structural design to meet vehicle attributes including FMVSS, NVH and Safety Lead Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating in supplier selection to achieve program targets Develop component designs that meet customer requirements, and Vehicle Operations manufacturing requirements. Interface with engineers of surrounding components and systems (seats, electrical, etc) Release 3-D CAD that meets system design requirements Support supplier and Ford CAE testing of structure and closure designs prior to tooling Kick off tooling, supplier part manufacturing, part layout, and part testing Lead prototype vehicle level build support for structures Manage Final Engineering Sign-off and production vehicle launch at Ford assembly plants Qualifications
Minimum Requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Excellent communication skills, both oral and written 3+ years of experience as structures D&R Engineer or relevant course work for new graduates 3+ Years of Body Structure experience Even better, if you have … Preferred Master’s Degree preferred Recent product development experience with Ford body commodities a plus Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred Applying DMAIC and DFSS principles Reviewing and signing-off on component drawings and gaging practices Applying 8D, fishbone, and DOE problem solving methodology Creating Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, DFMEA & SCCAFs Reviewing CAE models and CAD drawings Leading design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance Maintaining DVP&R and signing-off on DV tests – including FMVSS requirements Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point). Executing threaded fastener joint designs and tests Knowledge of Ford software systems: AIMS, WERS, FEDE, and Integrator You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! Benefits
This position is a salary grade 7 - 8. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. 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-Onsite
#LI-JT1 Responsibilities What you\'ll do… The engineer will lead the following design engineering activities from pre-program through launch: Understand structural design to meet vehicle attributes including FMVSS, NVH and Safety Lead Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating in supplier selection to achieve program targets Develop component designs that meet customer requirements, and Vehicle Operations manufacturing requirements. Interface with engineers of surrounding components and systems (seats, electrical, etc) Release 3-D CAD that meets system design requirements Support supplier and Ford CAE testing of structure and closure designs prior to tooling Kick off tooling, supplier part manufacturing, part layout, and part testing Lead prototype vehicle level build support for structures Manage Final Engineering Sign-off and production vehicle launch at Ford assembly plants
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