Ford Pro · 1 day ago
Product Design and Release Engineer – Upper Body Structures
20901 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFord Pro is a global company dedicated to building a better world. The Product Design and Release Engineer will utilize engineering education and experience to design and release Upper Body structures, focusing on lightweight materials and designs while managing various engineering activities from pre-program through launch.
AutomotiveFleet ManagementSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Understand structural design to meet vehicle attributes including FMVSS, NVH and Safety
Lead Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating in supplier selection to achieve program targets
Develop component designs that meet customer requirements, and Vehicle Operations manufacturing requirements
Interface with engineers of surrounding components and systems (seats, electrical, etc)
Release 3-D CAD that meets system design requirements
Support supplier and Ford CAE testing of structure and closure designs prior to tooling
Kick off tooling, supplier part manufacturing, part layout, and part testing
Lead prototype vehicle level build support for structures
Manage Final Engineering Sign-off and production vehicle launch at Ford assembly plants
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering - Master's preferred
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
2 years of experience as structures D&R Engineer or relevant course work for new graduates
Working knowledge of Catia V5/V6 and/or 3DX CAD is preferred
Recent product development experience with Ford body commodities a plus
Applying DMAIC and DFSS principles
Reviewing and signing-off on component drawings and gaging practices
Applying 8D, fishbone, and DOE problem solving methodology
Creating Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, DFMEA & SCCAFs
Reviewing CAE models and CAD drawings
Leading design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance
Maintaining DVP&R and signing-off on DV tests – including FMVSS requirements
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point)
Executing threaded fastener joint designs and tests
Preferred
Knowledge of Ford software systems: AIMS, WERS, FEDE, and Integrator
Benefits
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 Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Company
Ford Pro
Ford Pro is a productivity accelerator designed to drive the business forward, delivering solutions to commercial customers of all sizes.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Andrew Frick
Interim Head
Recent News
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