Side Closures Engineer

Ford Motor Company - Dearborn, Michigan

Position Summary:

At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community and the world in which we live. Currently, we are seeking a Mechanical or Automotive Engineer to work in the Product Design group in our Dearborn, Michigan location. 
 
The ideal candidate will have a Mechanical or Automotive Engineering degree and 3+ years of experience in the automotive product design and release.       
 
 
Responsibilities: 

• Lead the product design and release of side closure sheet metal components and subsystems for new vehicle programs
• Position will require interfacing with Design Studio on surface development
• Critical interfaces will include hardware, sealing, exterior ornamentation, interior trim and glass systems
• Support of prototype build phases, including product launch, required

 
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in the automotive product design and release

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years product design and release experience with an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier
• MS Office proficient
• Digital Buck capable
• Demonstrated ability to work with interfacing component engineers, full service suppliers & Ford program management
• Experience interfacing with automotive studio and sheet metal stamping feasibility engineering.
• Automotive products launch experience.
• Experience with automotive assembly and joining processes.
• Experience with closure panel and hardware FMVSS requirements and CAE.
• Knowledge of Ford Motor Company release systems and design tools.
• Experience with light-weight materials.  Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills

 
The distance between imagination and … creation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. When you join the Ford team; discover all the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader. You’ll become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products – and it is always ready to go further.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis.  Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Ford Motor Company is 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.
 
 

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Posted: 30+ days ago

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