Body Exterior Trim 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.
 
We are seeking an Engineering candidate with Exterior Trim experience.  The ideal candidate will have experience leading the development of exterior trim components for both cars and trucks.  They will be expected to drive the product development process from design all the way through to launch. 
 
Responsibilities: 

• Lead the development of Exterior Trim Components
• Program responsibility will include truck and car products
• Concurrently execute multiple programs from cradle to grave including DEA/Waterfall development, studio checkpoint process, FDJ and launch
• Coordinate and implement all the required actions to improve overall customer satisfaction as it relates to the product while maintaining an affordable business structure
• Generate cost reductions and revenue opportunities for current and future model programs
• Drive the Product Development process (Design, Development, Validation, and Launch) of exterior trim components, achieving compliance of requirements; SDS, design rules, VDS, FMVSS and legal requirements
• Lead resolution of current model quality issues in support of V75 VFG leader
• Lead global core engineering responsibilities for all regions including the exterior trim design review, design rule development and SDS updates for the components 
• Support MCR target achievement for Exterior Trim commodities
• Lead and resolve all financial and part related issues for all tier 1 suppliers
• Identify, develop and engineer innovative components to increase customer satisfaction and utility

 
Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 3+ Years of experience in Exterior Trim 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in design and release of exterior trim components
• Experience in following commodities preferred; Cladding, wheel lips, appliqués, lift gate trim, roof racks, running boards and leaf screens
• Knowledge of craftsmanship expectations, bench marking and futuring
• Knowledge of exterior trim components including materials and manufacturing technologies
• Experience successfully delivering product through the studio feasibility checkpoint process
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues and effectively communicate to management
• Experience as Launch Engineer in Exterior Trim Area
• 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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