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In this position...

Ford is seeking an experience Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Product Development Engineer to join our team. The candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and release of the Steering Column Control Modules (SCCM).

This position will interface with several functional areas to ensure the SCCM components being developed performs to customer expectation and Ford requirements. This position will provide a unique and challenging D&R experience combining electrical, mechanical, styling, software, and vehicle-level system performance.

What you'll do...

This position is for a Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) Design and Release Engineer. The Core Component engineer will work with the Program Application Engineer(s) to design, develop and release the SCCM for specific Programs.

Work within a cross-function team (supplier, Program teams, studio, ergonomics, purchasing).

Strong analytical skills in utilizing core engineering documents and core design rules to initiate and to lead Full-Service Supplier (FSS) delivery of DFMEA, DVP&Rs, 8D’s, and all other program specific foundation documents.

Create component specifications, Quality Documents, and drawings with the FSS.

Conduct technical design reviews with the component supplier.

As needed, support /generate development of Functional Specifications, Engineering Specifications, Diagnostic Specifications.

Work closely with suppliers and quality group to understand and improve R/1000, TGW concerns.

Work closely with supplier, purchasing and OCE team to ensure Cost targets are met, and cost-efficient product is achieved.

Design, development, and release of switch components aligned with Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) process/milestone deliverables.

Lead component development/release and component concerns resolution utilizing Ford Product Development tools such as FEDE, FEDEBOM, TYGRA, WERS, VSEM, JIRA/JAMA, eFDVS, CDP&R, Integrator, DEMS/AIMS, etc.

Attend/Lead/Support Commodity PATs and support Vehicle/Program Launch (as needed).

Some travel required to support Ford Assembly Plants and/or Supplier facilities, especially during Program Launch phase.

Continuously improve D&R process by enhancing requirements based on lessons learned.

You'll have...

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or similar.

2+ years’ of automotive engineering experience.

1+ years of experience related to the development of switches or other electrical/electronic components for automotive applications.

Even better, you may have...

Experience in Design and Release project engineering preferred.

Ability to work independently without close supervision, self-starter.

Experience in working with/within a large, diverse cross-functional team.

Program/Project and supplier management and negotiation experience.

Demonstrates good leadership behaviors.

Strong analytical skills.

Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Ability to meet time sensitive deadlines.

Ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment pertaining to operating procedures and projects.

Mindset of Continuous Improvement.

Knowledge and experience with Automotive Safety Standards (i.e. ISO 26262) and Functional Safety (FuSa).

Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Familiarity/understanding of CAN and LIN vehicle networks.

Prior OEM or Supplier experience related to electrical components.

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!

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 builder…or 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

• 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.

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This position is a range of salary grades SG5-SG8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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Requisition ID : 27741