Vehicle Architecture – Vehicle Package Engineer

Ford Motor Company - Dearborn, Michigan

Position Summary:

Position Overview:

We are seeking CAD capable engineers with experience in Vehicle Package Engineering.  Positions are available for candidates with either occupant or mechanical package experience in an OEM role.
 
 
Responsibilities: 

• Engineering position with growth potential for high-achieving, highly motivated individual.  A career opportunity in the area of Vehicle Architecture Engineering is now available for showcasing your knowledge, skills and leadership during the critical early design phase of our new car and truck programs.  The Vehicle Architecture team is developing the next generation of Ford and Lincoln vehicles
• Establishment of vehicle interior/occupant package targets (including driver accommodation, roominess, exterior visibility, ease of ingress & egress, interior stowage and cargo space), and overall vehicle mechanical package targets (including exterior dimensions, wheel and tire sizing and clearances, ground clearance, underhood clearances, and underhood appearance)
• Communication of targets by developing and cascading 3D CAD zones, and working with the Design Studio and component engineers as the vehicle design progresses to ensure targets are met
• Orchestration of overall vehicle layout with cross-functional organizations, ensuring design integration and geometric compatibility with mechanical and occupant package objectives
• Identification of vehicle package target and geometric compatibility issues, and development of solution alternatives considering trade-offs (quality, function, weight, cost, assembly feasibility, etc.)
• Analysis of customer satisfaction and quality data for internal and competitive products
• Benchmarking of competitive vehicles

Job Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:  

• BS in Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in vehicle level occupant package or mechanical package/geometric integration
• 3+ years of experience in CAD Modeling

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in engineering
• Passion for engineering and product excellence
• Proven ability to progress mechanical design solutions for complex systems
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of all phases of Product Development
• Overall vehicle, attribute, and functional hardware knowledge
• Test Track and/or Drive Evaluation experience
• Manufacturing and assembly plant experience

 
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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