Ford Motor Company is hiring: Hardware Architecture Engineer in Dearborn

Job Description

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?

In this position, as a member of the advanced chassis engineering team, you are responsible for the up-front system design work and decision-making inputs on all-new Ford & Lincoln products, including next-gen electrified architectures. Our functional architecture team is responsible for suspension, steering, brakes, wheels/tires, and chassis systems. We're looking for an advanced chassis engineer to join the underbody systems architecture team.

Responsibilities

• Create advanced design concepts of chassis components and systems (brakes, steering, suspension, wheels/tires/jacks) for Ford global vehicles and next-gen electrified architectures.
• Lead new component design / package maturation in CAD. Examples are stampings, castings, forgings, coil springs, shock absorbers, bushings, ball joints, fasteners, active suspension systems, brake systems, and steering systems.
• Oversee architecture system integration & installation, working with body, electrical, powertrain, vehicle operations, and vehicle architecture.
• Perform strength analysis for various chassis components.
• Perform chassis system analysis for kinematics and compliances, working with vehicle dynamics and NVH attribute teams.
• Early supplier engagement/interface for advanced concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science, mechanical engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of engineering experience preferred.
• 2+ years of automotive experience preferred.
• Strong cross-functional & communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical integration & installation requirements, package & assembly.
• Experience with CATIA V5/V6 and 3DX is a plus.
• Experience with FEA (ANSYS or Hypermesh) is a plus.
• Experience with ADAMS is a plus.
• Experience with underhood / underbody / dash package & mechanical integration/installation a plus.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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
• 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.

Additional Information

Salary range: SG5-SG8. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates 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. 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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

Detroit, MI $120,000.00-$140,000.00

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing