Product Development Engineer – Dynamic Sealing Systems

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In this position...

Design and release dynamic sealing systems that meet or exceed cost quality weight and delivery targets concurrent engineering and thorough knowledge in DFMEA DFM DVP&R CAE/FEA analytical tools SCCAF SC/CC 8D root cause analysis product development and testing (seal gap analysis door closing effort contribution analysis wind noise dust ingress and water management) familiar with gages fixtures tooling TGW reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

What youll do...

• Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work) EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA ED&T review piece price tooling cost review and CPA)

• Lead and support the effort to resolve issues with interfacing components

• Lead design reviews with sealing suppliers to ensure System Design Specifications are created and met

• Lead FMA creation of engineering documentation (DFMEA SCCAF attestation scorecard sign off process)

• Sign off eCAD drawings with related GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

• Sign off on DVP&R tests confirm compliance with System Design Specifications and materials M9P9 spec

• Ensure AVBOM cost targets and design gaps have clearly defined roadmaps that are validated by PTC to meet program objectives

• Release parts in AVBOM Change Control and WERS throughout the product life cycle

• Achieve DPA count to glidepath with 0 open at UPV2 through FDJ (final data judgment / pencils down)

• Achieve P-Release on time

• Complete FDJ/FEC/PEC with no open majors

• Deliver DCV TT PP MPI and MP2 build events on time

• Audit and update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1

• Support current production issues cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives

• Strong working knowledge in significant and critical characteristics (SC/CCs) associated with dynamic seal product requirements and manufacturing processes

• Excellent communication and organizational skills competent proficient and result-oriented

• Possess strong skills in problem-solving and root cause analyses

• Proactivity and courage to escalate emerging issues swiftly to Managements attention

• Launch support and some travel are required

Youll have...

Minimum Requirements:

• Required Education: Applications / Design /Manufacturing Engineering in the Weather Sealing Industry.
• Proficient with Excel Word Power Point Internet Catia v6/3DX / Team Center
• 5 years of experience minimum with elastomers (rubber/plastic) material specification and selection weather sealing systems vehicle integration thorough understanding of build variation process
• In-depth experience in product design theoretical analytical skills to establish optimized sealing energy and manufacturing processes related to weather seals extrusion and injection molding
• 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.

Even better if you have

Preferred

• Bachelors of Science Degree / Bachelors of Science Mechanical Engineering

• Ability to work independently with little supervision in a highly complex product development environment
• Ability to work with and manage daily activities of the supply base
• Ability to work with Ford Program Management Cost Estimating Engineering Materials Manufacturing Quality and Purchasing to ensure program milestones and cost targets are met
• Ability to work under compressed timing constraints

• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and deliver results in a swift and timely manner

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 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. 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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