Mechanical Design Engineer

We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll see your work on the road every day helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Fords Electric Vehicles Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the companys vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed entrepreneurial and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading 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.

In this position...
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the mechanical design and development of a novel on-vehicle electronic control unit and corresponding mechanism system.

What youll do...

Own the mechanical design and development of a novel high volume high voltage electro-mechanical system in Fords new upcoming EV platform.
Work with the hardware design team to develop a build to print on-vehicle electronic control unit with optimized performance reliability and cost.
Closely collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical testing manufacturing and quality teams to ensure that designs encompass DFX principles and meet quality standards.
Develop engineering prototypes using rapid prototyping processes and coordinate building and testing for functionality and performance.
Engage with suppliers from concept phase to evaluate processes and materials based on manufacturability quality cost reliability and functional requirements. Provide further support on design improvements to resolve quality issues related to fabrication (die casting injection molding sheet metal forming etc)
Participate in development of assembly and test fixtures for all product phases.
Develop mechanical functions specifications support with test planning execution and documentation based on the design requirements and regulations.

Youll have...

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

3 years of experience designing developing and releasing electro-mechanical components
and systems for volume production.
First hand experience with PCBA integration into mechanical enclosures including PCBA
packaging processes like press fit pin process soldering conformal coating etc..
Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes fabrication methods materials and
tool design (die casting injection moulding sheet metal forming CNC machining etc)
High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia Enovia or similar tools.
Experience in application of GD&T and tolerance stack analyses.
High attention to detail ensuring organization accuracy and quality of design work.
Ability to review and act upon simulation and test results to improve the design.
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a
high performing team.
Hands-on experience prototyping building testing and launching electromechanical
systems.
Strong engineering fundamentals and ability to apply broadly to vehicle systems and
manufacturing processes.

Even better you may have...
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering
5 years of experience in electric vehicle technologies and components such as power
conversion electronics battery packs traction inverters HV power distribution systems
charging systems and ECUs
FEA and thermal modelling experience
Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to
cross functional teams and stakeholders.
A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for
exceptional delivery execution 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 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 7 and ranges from $80.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $80.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is available for this position.

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