Powertrain Component

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In this position...

This technical expert will be the Directly Responsible Individual (DRIs) to lead cross functional teams through disciplined problem-solving methods, with a focus on Reliability/Robustness Demonstration via appropriate testing methods and analysis techniques, all the way thru to institutionalized Prevent Recurrence.

We need a subject matter expert position to aid in the continue development of our Ford + technological expertise and strategies specific to component reliability, robustness, and failure avoidance in the UNSE organization to work on Power Units, Hybrids, Step ratio transmissions, and axle components

What you'll do...

* Lead and support current model component production / design problem solving cross-functional teams, using 8D and/or 6-Sigma Methodologies to improve product reliability.
* For a given project, this may include all levels of delivery to production and service.
* Example activities: Structured Problem-Solving, Re-Authoring and Executing Failure Mode Avoidance and Design Verification Activities, Design and Release (Production and Service), Supplier Engagement, Launch, Service/Field Communications, etc.


* Lead and support new technology / new product designs, using proven Reliability Methodologies, to deliver intended product reliability via the Design Verification (DV) process.
* Provide Component Reliability Methods and Analysis coaching/guidance/expertise, on projects led by other Team Members.
* Deliver project presentations to Leaders at all levels on project team progress, accomplishments, conclusions, and lessons learned.
* Understand upfront design methods, analytical verification, and physical component test plans required to deliver parts that meet life of vehicle performance targets.
* Speak with confidence and authority, and be humble and collaborative in leading a technical review or debate
* Teach and mentor other component engineers about failure avoidance strategies and processes
* Work with full-service suppliers to develop analytical and physical test plans that demonstrate cascaded reliability requirements

What you'll do...

* Lead and support current model component production / design problem solving cross-functional teams, using 8D and/or 6-Sigma Methodologies to improve product reliability.
* For a given project, this may include all levels of delivery to production and service.
* Example activities: Structured Problem-Solving, Re-Authoring and Executing Failure Mode Avoidance and Design Verification Activities, Design and Release (Production and Service), Supplier Engagement, Launch, Service/Field Communications, etc.


* Lead and support new technology / new product designs, using proven Reliability Methodologies, to deliver intended product reliability via the Design Verification (DV) process.
* Provide Component Reliability Methods and Analysis coaching/guidance/expertise, on projects led by other Team Members.
* Deliver project presentations to Leaders at all levels on project team progress, accomplishments, conclusions, and lessons learned.
* Understand upfront design methods, analytical verification, and physical component test plans required to deliver parts that meet life of vehicle performance targets.
* Speak with confidence and authority, and be humble and collaborative in leading a technical review or debate
* Teach and mentor other component engineers about failure avoidance strategies and processes
* Work with full-service suppliers to develop analytical and physical test plans that demonstrate cascaded reliability requirements