Ford Motor Company
Upper Body Structures - Sheet Metal - Product Design and Release Engineer
Ford Motor Company, Allen Park, Michigan, United States, 48102
Overview
Upper Body Structures - Sheet Metal - Product Design and Release Engineer We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. Ford is a place 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 lightweight 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: 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 coursework for new graduates 3+ years of Body Structure experience 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 Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Paid time off for individual and team community service Paid holidays and the option to purchase additional vacation time This position is a salary grade 7 - 8. Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information on salary and benefits, refer to the Ford careers page. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Upper Body Structures - Sheet Metal - Product Design and Release Engineer We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. Ford is a place 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 lightweight 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: 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 coursework for new graduates 3+ years of Body Structure experience 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 Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Paid time off for individual and team community service Paid holidays and the option to purchase additional vacation time This position is a salary grade 7 - 8. Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information on salary and benefits, refer to the Ford careers page. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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