Design and Release Engineer-Suspensions

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In this position...
Suspension Design and release engineers assume a major role in the product development organization we are responsible for developing systems and components for multiple programs. We are charged with meeting both our internal and external customer expectations with regard to all aspects of part Design: function fit quality cost.

What youll do...

• Lead Design development of cost weight and functionally efficient suspension components and systems.
• Collaborate with Ford Purchasing in the sourcing of new suspension components/systems conducting supplier technical reviews to ensure the best source for the product from a functional and financial perspective.
• Deliver all program milestone requirements especially in-plant dates on time and with quality documentation.
• Manage changes to parts/systems and resolve all functional durability and assembly issues identified.
• Apply engineering disciplines including DFMEA PFMEA Requirements Design Rules Engineering Specifications DVP&R Drawings Control Plans and SCCAF.
• Ensure compatibility with interfacing systems and components including attaching hardware and joint design.
• Manage multiple suppliers and support Supplier Technical Assistance engineers in delivering production parts with quality. This would entail on site visits with the suppliers to review their processes.
• Guide validation of suspension components/systems reviewing test loads set ups reports and results for both internal and external testing at the vehicle system and component levels and reporting requirements in the Ford Engineering Design Environment.
• Lead Technical Design Reviews for each component/system at required milestones as well as multiple management reviews (Suspension Design Review Suspension Significant Issues Chief Engineering Matters Meeting etc.).
• Engage with Chassis Architecture Chassis Systems Engineering Vehicle Engineering (Vehicle Dynamics and NVH) Vehicle Evaluation and Verification Vehicle Operations and the Plant Vehicle Team to deliver robust suspension components and systems to final production that meet vehicle level performance requirements.
• Be onsite at the Ford manufacturing facility in support of pre-production builds and resolution of any issues that arise as production ramps up.
• Participate in Suspension Tech Clubs and the Foundation Design Review to influence requirements and design rule modifications and additions as well as to learn about new technologies and processes.
• Maintain quality of product once in production by supporting warranty reviews and working to ensure quality goals are achieved post Job 1.

Youll have...

BS in Engineering (Mechanical Aerospace Materials).
1 year of suspension experience including internships and coursework.

Even better you may have...
MS in Engineering (Mechanical Aerospace Materials).
2 years of experience in design and release of Coil Springs and Stabilizer Bar Systems.
Demonstrated experience of effective supplier management launch and global program delivery.
Demonstrated ability for technical understanding and leadership.
Demonstrated leadership skills in teamwork prioritization and project management.
Hands on experience with CAD (CATIA & 3Dx) release processes sourcing processes creating test requests documenting evidence in support of requirements and design rules.
Passion for zero defects passion for customer high energy drive for results and openness to learning.
Curiosity & Strong desire to learn the Suspension Design & Release Engineering responsibilities.

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
Paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up childcare 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
Generous vacation time sick/personal time and paid holidays including between Christmas Eve and New Years Day.

This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65100-$109300.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74300-$124500.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86600-$144900.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99100-$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 with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

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