Vehicle Accessory Product Development Manager

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

Fords Electric Vehicles Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the companys vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customerobsessed entrepreneurial and datadriven and is dedicated to delivering industryleading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Youll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively staying focused on only what matters and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

The Vehicle Accessory Product Development Manager will be leading our dynamic team in designing developing and delivering innovative accessory solutions. In this role you will oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept to production ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality functionality and aesthetics. You will lead resource planning development validation planning and in production for a wide range of product.

What youll do

• Lead and manage a team of engineers in the development of vehicle accessories at component level and system level
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including suppliers design studio engineering manufacturing and marketing to ensure seamless product development and launch.
• Define project scope timelines and budgets ensuring ontime delivery and cost efficiency.
• Own CAD and BOM for systems and components deliver system and component design including surface development structures datum strategy attachments and GD&T
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities for innovation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards safety regulations and customer requirements.
• Foster a culture of creativity collaboration and continuous improvement within the team.

What youll have

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field or equivalent experience
• 8 years of experience in product development preferably in the OEM or vehicle accessory Tier 1 for exterior interior accessory developments
• 8 years of experience utilizing CAD 3DX Catia NX ICEMSURF or Alias) collaboratively 3DX and CATIA preferred
• 5 years of experience in exterior systems design development release for one of more exterior systems including trims glazing wiper/washer front end module structures etc.
• 5 years of experience in working on automotive Class A surface accessory exterior or interior system feasibility assessment and development vehicle layout/package
• Proof of record of development and launch experience for vehicle system and accessories e.g. roof applications bed applications trailer hitch applications

Even better youll have

• Proven leadership experience with a track record of successfully managing complex projects.
• Excellent communication problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
• Strong familiarity with legislative requirements affecting the design feasibility
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals with preferred to have experience designing mechanisms electromechanical components
• Strong understanding of differences in design and engineering based on production volume and functional and cosmetic features
• Strong understanding of GD&T craftsmanship and CMF and how design would be affected
• Handson experience in building and launching automotive products

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 change maker 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 and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care parental leave new parent rampup programs subsidized backup 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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