Product Development Engineer – Latching Mechanisms

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In this position...

The HLM Design and Release Engineer is responsible for the design development validation release and implementation of handles locks and mechanisms into vehicle closures (hoods/frunks side doors tailgates liftgates decklids).

You will also drive for design improvements to increase quality and optimize cost/weight throughout development as well as through the production life of the addition you will lead the suppliers and guide the design of the HLM components achieving compliance to Requirements & Design Rules managing attributes (package design feasibility NVH water management craftsmanship crash safety) as well as the manufacturing assembly requirements at the assembly plant(s).

What youll do...

• Manage and lead the HLM suppliers to comply with program cost weight quality performance and timing targets.
• Understand GPDS (Global Product Development System) and create plans to deliver on time.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver a robust system at vehicle level ensuring all system interfaces of the HLM components are evaluated and validated.
• Create and present technical presentations for peer and management reviews.
• Perform and/or review & sign off technical analyses of component/system functional and packaging studies such as: dimensional stackups (GD&T layouts) CAEs dynamic calculations and simulations etc.
• Actively participate in the Technical Design Reviews.
• Release and update parts in FEDEBOM and WERS through the product life cycle.
• Review and sign-off CAD in Teamcenter
• Compile document sign-off and present evidence of compliance to all applicable design rules and requirements.
• Develop HLM System documents including DFMEAs SCCAF Boundary Diagrams P-Diagrams & DVP&Rs
• Lead design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance.
• Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work) EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA ED&T review piece cost and tooling cost review.
• Identify validation durability and functional tests required as per SDS & ES. (DVP / FEDE)
• Address issues with root cause analysis (8Ds 3x5Why) and permanent corrective actions implementation.
• Apply knowledge of six sigma principles.
• Define and verify engineering prototypes requirements at part level.
• Parts implementation/Sign-off at assembly plant & assistance with quality issues at all milestones.
• Review impact of PDL revisions and proceed accordingly if affected.
• Collaborate with STA with technical assistance through the Supplier Engagement Process.
• Deliver by applying the One Ford Behaviors.
• Travel to supplier manufacturing and testing sites when required.
• Travel to North America plants when required.

Youll have...

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• 2 years of engineering experience in design development or launch of automotive mechanisms. Can include experience from internships and coursework.
• CAD Capable (such as CATIA 3DX Teamcenter) & familiarity with CAE tools and software.
• The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to show initiative and prioritize workload.
• Ability to travel domestical and international.
• Proficient in MS Office apps such as Excel Word and Power Point.

Even better if you have

Preferred

• Experience in design and release of latching mechanisms closure systems or related mechanism applications.
• Software literacy and mechatronics experience.
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis.
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with DFMEAs PFMEAs and SCCAFs
• Knowledgeable in the Phased PPAP process
• Detailed understanding of materials manufacturing technologies and GD&T
• Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets size appearance and manufacturing location are not always known.
• Ability to solve complex system issues and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt your role to a variety of applications and issues as required.

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 6-8 and ranges from $74300 - $166200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: 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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