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Product Development Engineer – Dynamic Sealing Systems
Accepting applicationsFord Motor Company · Dearborn, MI
Full-Time Mid_senior aiateganrfsoc
Posted
6d ago
Category
Test
Experience
Mid_senior
Country
United States
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
In this position...
Design and release dynamic sealing systems that meet or exceed cost, quality, weight and delivery targets, concurrent engineering and thorough knowledge in DFMEA, DFM, DVP&R, CAE/FEA analytical tools, SCCAF, SC/CC, 8D, root cause analysis, product development and testing (seal gap analysis, door closing effort contribution analysis, wind noise, dust ingress and water management), familiar with gages, fixtures, tooling, TGW reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do...
Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work), EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA, ED&T review, piece price, tooling cost review and CPA)
Lead and support the effort to resolve issues with interfacing components
Lead design reviews with sealing suppliers to ensure System Design Specifications are created and met
Lead FMA creation of engineering documentation (DFMEA, SCCAF, attestation scorecard sign off process)
Sign off eCAD drawings with related GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Sign off on DVP&R tests, confirm compliance with System Design Specifications and materials M9P9 spec
Ensure AVBOM, cost targets and design gaps have clearly defined roadmaps that are validated by PTC to meet program objectives
Release parts in AVBOM, Change Control and WERS throughout the product life cycle
Achieve DPA count to glidepath with 0 open at UPV2 through FDJ (final data judgment / pencils down)
Achieve P-Release on time
Complete FDJ/FEC/PEC with no open majors
Deliver DCV, TT, PP, MPI and MP2 build events, on time
Audit and update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage, for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1
Support current production issues, cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives
Strong working knowledge in significant and critical characteristics (SC/CCs) associated with dynamic seal product requirements and manufacturing processes
Excellent communication and organizational skills, competent, proficient and result-oriented
Possess strong skills in problem-solving and root cause analyses
Proactivity and courage to escalate emerging issues swiftly to Management’s attention
Launch support and some travel are required
You'll have...
Minimum Requirements
Required Education: Applications / Design /Manufacturing Engineering in the Weather Sealing Industry.
Proficient with Excel, Word, Power Point, Internet, Catia v6/3DX / Team Center
5+ years of experience minimum, with elastomers (rubber/plastic), material specification and selection, weather sealing systems, vehicle integration, thorough understanding of build variation process
In-depth experience in product design, theoretical analytical skills to establish optimized sealing energy and manufacturing processes related to weather seals, extrusion and injection molding
The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.
Even better, if you have …
Preferred
Bachelor’s of Science Degree / Bachelor’s of Science Mechanical Engineering
Ability to work independently, with little supervision in a highly complex product development environment
Ability to work with and manage daily activities of the supply base
Ability to work with Ford Program Management, Cost Estimating, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality and Purchasing to ensure program milestones and cost targets are met
Ability to work under compressed timing constraints
Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and deliver results, in a swift and timely manner
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
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.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
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Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!
In this position...
Design and release dynamic sealing systems that meet or exceed cost, quality, weight and delivery targets, concurrent engineering and thorough knowledge in DFMEA, DFM, DVP&R, CAE/FEA analytical tools, SCCAF, SC/CC, 8D, root cause analysis, product development and testing (seal gap analysis, door closing effort contribution analysis, wind noise, dust ingress and water management), familiar with gages, fixtures, tooling, TGW reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You'll Do...
Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work), EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA, ED&T review, piece price, tooling cost review and CPA)
Lead and support the effort to resolve issues with interfacing components
Lead design reviews with sealing suppliers to ensure System Design Specifications are created and met
Lead FMA creation of engineering documentation (DFMEA, SCCAF, attestation scorecard sign off process)
Sign off eCAD drawings with related GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
Sign off on DVP&R tests, confirm compliance with System Design Specifications and materials M9P9 spec
Ensure AVBOM, cost targets and design gaps have clearly defined roadmaps that are validated by PTC to meet program objectives
Release parts in AVBOM, Change Control and WERS throughout the product life cycle
Achieve DPA count to glidepath with 0 open at UPV2 through FDJ (final data judgment / pencils down)
Achieve P-Release on time
Complete FDJ/FEC/PEC with no open majors
Deliver DCV, TT, PP, MPI and MP2 build events, on time
Audit and update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage, for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1
Support current production issues, cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives
Strong working knowledge in significant and critical characteristics (SC/CCs) associated with dynamic seal product requirements and manufacturing processes
Excellent communication and organizational skills, competent, proficient and result-oriented
Possess strong skills in problem-solving and root cause analyses
Proactivity and courage to escalate emerging issues swiftly to Management’s attention
Launch support and some travel are required
You'll have...
Minimum Requirements
Required Education: Applications / Design /Manufacturing Engineering in the Weather Sealing Industry.
Proficient with Excel, Word, Power Point, Internet, Catia v6/3DX / Team Center
5+ years of experience minimum, with elastomers (rubber/plastic), material specification and selection, weather sealing systems, vehicle integration, thorough understanding of build variation process
In-depth experience in product design, theoretical analytical skills to establish optimized sealing energy and manufacturing processes related to weather seals, extrusion and injection molding
The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.
Even better, if you have …
Preferred
Bachelor’s of Science Degree / Bachelor’s of Science Mechanical Engineering
Ability to work independently, with little supervision in a highly complex product development environment
Ability to work with and manage daily activities of the supply base
Ability to work with Ford Program Management, Cost Estimating, Engineering, Materials, Manufacturing, Quality and Purchasing to ensure program milestones and cost targets are met
Ability to work under compressed timing constraints
Ability to work within a fast-paced environment and deliver results, in a swift and timely manner
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
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.
This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.
#VehicleHardwareEngineering
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