Thermal Systems Application Engineer

In this position...
Seeking a motivated and enthusiastic design & release engineer to develop the next generation of cooling and climate control systems in the Ford Thermal Systems Applications Team.
As a Thermal Systems Applications engineer youll be responsible for delivering the best balance of cost weight and function of the thermal system hardware (cooling and climate control) at best in class levels of quality to various Ford programs.

What youll do...

• Lead Design and Release of Thermal Systems (Climate Systems / Cooling Systems) that meet or exceed Quality Cost Weight and Functional requirements
  

• Develop robust commodity workplans to support program timing and deliverables as per GPDS disciplines.
  

• Coordinate with interfacing activities such as PMT/ PAT Purchasing Engine Vehicle Engineering NVH HPUT Calibration STA and Body Engineering to drive compatible/optimal designs that meet QCWF targets
  

• Good working knowledge of key Thermal System components- Condensers Compressors HVAC A/C Lines Cooling Fans Radiator Hoses Engine and Transmission Oil Coolers.
  

• Lead and manage all DV testing
  

• Manage design development through leadership of CPMT meetings design reviews drive for commonization meeting GPDS milestones and management of supplier(s)
  

• Document design development and signoffs
  

• Manage APQP/ PSW process to achieve a flawless launch
  

• Lead issue resolution during launch. This includes providing onsite support for launches on as needed basis and supporting all launch meeting cadences. This includes coordinating meetings and design and release of key changes between the onsite launch teams suppliers and lead engineering activities.
  
  
  

Youll have...

• BSME BSEE or related degree
  

Even better you may have...

• 3 Years Prior Design & Release experience or working knowledge of D&R processes. Working knowledge of powertrain systems preferred
• 3 Years Proficiency in DFMEA PFMEA GDT WERS GPDS AIMS G8D Digital Buck / CATIA APQP/PSW processes
• 3 Years Demonstrated ability to lead teams of engineers and designers
• Good project management skills Use of MS Project
• Strong problem-solving skills G8D DMAIC
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

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 ramp-up programs subsidized back-up 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 5 to salary grade 8.

Salary grade 5: $; Salary grade 6: $72480-$121440; Salary grade 7: $; Salary grade 8: $.

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sponsorship is not available for this position.
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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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