Product Development Engineer

4 weeks ago


Dearborn, Michigan, United States Ford Motor Company Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Suspension Design and Release Engineer to join our team at Ford Motor Company. As a key member of our Product Development organization, you will play a critical role in designing and releasing suspension components and systems that meet our high standards for quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of cost-effective and functionally efficient suspension components and systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Body, CSE, Veh Eng, VO, and Foundation, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of suspension components and systems.
  • Manage changes to parts and systems, resolving functional, durability, and assembly issues identified during testing and validation.
  • Apply engineering disciplines, including DFMEA, PFMEA, Requirements, Design Rules, Engineering Specifications, DVP&R, Drawings, Control Plans, and SCCAF, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
  • Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components, including attaching hardware and joint design.
  • Manage multiple suppliers and support Supplier Technical Assistance engineers in delivering production parts with quality.
  • Guide validation of suspension components and systems, reviewing test loads, set-ups, reports, and results for both internal and external testing at the vehicle, system, and component levels.
  • Lead Technical Design Reviews for each component and system at required milestones, as well as multiple management reviews.
  • Engage with Chassis Architecture, Chassis Systems Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Vehicle Evaluation and Verification, Vehicle Operations, and the Plant Vehicle Team to deliver robust suspension components and systems to final production that meet vehicle level performance requirements.
  • Be onsite at the Ford manufacturing facility in support of pre-production builds and resolution of any issues that arise as production ramps up.
  • Participate in Suspension Tech Clubs and the Foundation Design Review to influence requirements and design rule modifications and additions, as well as to learn about new technologies and processes.
  • Maintain quality of product once in production by supporting warranty reviews and working to ensure quality goals are achieved post Job 1.
Requirements
  • BS in Engineering
  • 6+ months of engineering experience, including internships and coursework
  • Preferred: 2+ years of experience in design and release, experience in suspension, and demonstrated leadership skills in teamwork, prioritization, and project management
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, 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
About Ford Motor Company

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.



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