Senior Battery Structures Architecture Engineer

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.

What youll do...
Develop battery structure for future EV vehicle platforms using alternative designs material systems and manufacturing processes to achieve bestinclass structural NVH and crash performance from conceptualization to mass production.
Develop and mature 3D geometry of the parametric design of Battery Structures
Develop 3D geometry and design concepts that solve challenging problems while balancing construction material and manufacturing methods for the entire system.
Work with large assemblies to develop concepts for quick CAE analysis and further refine designs for prototyping and production.
Optimize the concepts and designs with analytical and physical assessments
Innovate develop and improve engineering development processes continuously
Architect mature and develop the battery structure architecture from initial product scope and concepts through to design & release of prototype level components and systems that represent future production vehicles
Create design solutions and aid in the development of the manufacturing process to ensure part quality and performance are meet.
Develop study and implement novel structure construction techniques and drive them to production feasibility
Participate in design reviews and present design concepts. Make recommendations to improve and refine designs.
Work in crossfunctional environment to identify and overcome technical challenges and meet requirements
Establish organize and track physical design validation targets and test cases for new product introduction. Crash Abuse Testing Reliability & Durability Testing Corrosion Testing
Innovate develop and improve engineering development processes continuously
Challenge industry standards (as well as our own) to continually raise the bar

Youll have...
Bachelors Degree. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
5 years of experience designing one or more of the following: Battery structures and Joining parts including component manufacturing and assembly processes
5 years of experience using 3D CAD software Proficiency with CATIA V6 3DX)
Experience solving openended engineering problems
Firstprinciples knowledge of vehicle attributes as it relates to highvoltage battery design safety durability
Strong technical knowledge of automotive systems materials and manufacturing processes.
Understanding of Vehicle Crash and Homologation requirements
Ability to plan effectively for both internal and external stakeholders.
Detailoriented personality with effective documentation and reporting
Ability to work in an extremely fastpaced environment and deal with multiple tasks at the same time
Ability to work well under pressure manage competing demands and meet tight deadlines with strong follow through
Ability to develop timing plans for complex programs understanding of financial evaluations and product costing techniques
Ability to recognize and manage risk of design with intelligent solutions
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a diverse global team with good communication and interpersonal skills
Have an aptitude to learn and incorporate new technologies

Even better you may have...
Masters Degree in Engineering
Excellent understanding of GD&T standards
Innovative thinker with a passion for sustainability and emerging automotive technologies.
High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia Enovia or similar tools including drawing and modelling practices and methodologies
Handson experience building and launching automotive products
An eagerness to work crossfunctionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery and continuous improvement

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 salary grade 8.
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