D&R Engineer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position... 

This role is responsible for the design and release of Cockpit and Trim applications for programs throughout all phases of the product development process including Studio, Design, Validation and Launch.

What you'll do.

• Design, develop, validate, and release automotive systems, subsystems, and components for FSS/Build-To-Print Suppliers for assigned programs. 
• Monitor the development of Interior Systems for Ford vehicles according to company-specific benchmarks.
• Design parts in order to comply with Corporate and Local requirements for parts validation, considering the WCR (Worldwide Customers Requirements), ES (Engineering Specifications) and SDS (Systems Design specifications) as well as the Manufacturing and Assembly requirements. 
• Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets.
• Monitor suppliers and analyze customer feedback through Ford's systems. 
• Responsible for parts incorporation at the Assembly Plant. 
• Support suppliers and assembly departments with current production quality and manufacturing issues. 
• The D&R is also responsible of looking for design improvements to increase quality and cost / weight optimization.

You'll have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar degree.
• 3+ years of experience in automotive cockpit and trim applications.
• 3+ years of experience in launch, root cause analysis for design/manufacturing issues, and quick implementation of corrective actions.
• Even better, you may have…
• Experience in the use of Design Tools (3DX / Catia V5/ Teamcenter/ Digital Buck / GD&T / RSS Studies / DFMEA).
• Proficient in the use Analytical Tools (CAE/Moldflow).
• Experience with Complex Systems, Injection Molding, and Secondary Tooling.
• Ability to compile data in the form of a decision matrix, report summary, etc. to be presented to Program and Interior Management Team.
• Strong oral and written communication skills Team oriented.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and accepting to new challenges.
• Demonstrated delivery of results.
• Experience designing and developing Interior Instrument Panel Systems, Consoles Systems, or related components desired.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

DISCLAIMER:
Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.