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Ford Pro · 2 months ago

Advanced Chassis Engineer-Underbody

20901 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Ford Pro is a leading automotive company focused on innovation and sustainable solutions. The Advanced Chassis Engineer will be responsible for system design and decision-making for Ford & Lincoln products, particularly in advanced chassis architecture.

AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and track comprehensive program timing plans for advanced chassis architecture initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall vehicle program milestones and gateways

Proactively identify potential timing risks and implement mitigation strategies to keep programs on schedule

Lead cross-functional timing reviews, communicating status, issues, and recovery plans to relevant stakeholders and senior management

Drive adherence to program timing within the chassis engineering team

Manage and monitor the financial aspects of advanced chassis programs, including material cost, investment, and tracking against established targets

Collaborate with purchasing, finance, and engineering teams to identify cost reduction opportunities and ensure cost-efficient design and manufacturing solutions

Prepare and present regular financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to program leadership, highlighting risks and opportunities

Facilitate trade-off discussions to balance weight, cost, performance, and requirements within the chassis system

Serve as the primary chassis representative and support technical discussions in cross-functional vehicle architectural development forums, ensuring chassis requirements, constraints, and opportunities are effectively communicated and integrated

Develop and deliver clear, concise, and compelling presentations to various audiences, including engineering teams, program leadership, and executive management