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Dearborn, MI - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

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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 were 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 have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy electrification smart mobility technologies and more!

Ford Motor Company continues to grow and modernize production vehicles for our customers seeking the ultimate capability and performances. In support of this effort the PD Ford Performance team is looking for a chassis technical leader with passion for high performing vehicles and customer experiences.

In this position...

In addition to demonstrated total vehicle chassis experience and problemsolving skills Candidate must possess a passion for performance and strong interest in technology. You will be required to interface with teams that include vehicle dynamics specialists mechanical and edrive powertrain engineers NVH experts road load durability teams performance attribute owners and digital feature owners allowing for numerous opportunities to expand technical knowledge in a wide area of automotive technologies systems and components.



Responsibilities

What youll do...

  • Chassis Technical Leader responsible for checkpoint / milestone validation of design robustness with FP Chassis D&Rs for all programs.
  • Preprogram chassis design to include fully vetted manufacturing concepts for both component suppliers and vehicle assembly.
  • Chassis system ownership of road load cascade ride height transmittals etc
  • System level design mentality to create and optimize designs for performance size weight durability and cost by paying attention to every detail
  • Work closely with both internal teams and external suppliers using creativity and teamwork to integrate multiple systems in the most efficient way possible
  • Work with stakeholders and attribute owners across the company (Vehicle Safety Vehicle Dynamics NVH Durability Manufacturing etc.
  • Develop and mentor performance experts in development of highperformance chassis systems including architectural layouts engineering analyses validation and design and release activities that will deliver attributes Ford Performance is proud of.
  • Coordinate virtual engineering and physical validation testing activities for your designs to include prototype or simulations where appropriate.
  • Deliver technical project presentations to senior management including results and accomplishments conclusions and recommendations and lessons learned.
  • Mentoring and teaching other engineers will be key to success as Ford Performance grows. Projects frequently target high performing products technology user experiences and launches.


Qualifications

Youll have...

  • Bachelors degree in engineering or related field
  • Minimum of 15 years experience in Underbody Chassis Systems Design to include min 5 years in a chassis release activity and min 5 years in broader architecture role
  • Experience in mentoring and teaching engineers in Problem Solving and Robustness demonstration.
  • Strong understanding of Functional requirements failure mode effects causes severity and detection methods (DFMEAs & FMEAs)

Even better you may have...

  • Engineering MS degree or higher
  • Additional experience in vehicle attribute development areas a plus such as of vehicle dynamics NVH driveability etc.
  • Ability to develop clear working level documents and management presentations as well as clear/concise communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage several unique and complex tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to both Ford and supplier domestic and foreign locations.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent rampup programs subsidized backup 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 Years Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a leadership level 6.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: 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. 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.


Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location. #LIHybrid #LIPS2




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