Lead Design & Release Engineer

Job Description: Lead Design and Release Engineer for supporting automotive transmission/engine unit systems. The work activities will include, but not be limited to:

Requirements/Responsibilities:

·         Perform Design & Release engineering activities at component and system level.

·         Follow the Design Change Checklist for each part to understand required DV and PV.

·         Execute CAD and CAE updates as required.

·         Develop DVP&R for the system and components. 

·         Work with and support Ford Purchasing and Buyers for supplier interactions and reviews

·         Manage the new supplier interaction and management with support from Ford STA team.

·         Create and maintain the detailed development work plans in support of program timing.

·         Support and maintain engine BOM.

·         Perform WERS release and participation in change control.

·         Own the sub-system design release process using OEM PLM system (e.g. Teamcenter, CATIA, etc.).

·         Approve drawings, BOMs, part numbers, and configuration content.

·         Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECR''s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO''s).

·         Ensure design change impacts to cost, quality, emissions, and timing are evaluated and communicated.

·         Lead Validation, APQP & Launch Support

·         Lead engine sub-system related APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, SCAAFS, Control Plans etc.

·         Support DV/PV testing: durability, thermal, NVH, performance, and emissions.

·         Coordinate prototype, mule, and pre-production builds.

·         Support PPAP readiness and launch activities

·         Ensure Quality, Compliance & perform Risk Management

·         Must be Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

Qualifications

·         Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering field.

·         8+ years of prior experience in design release and technical leadership roles.

·         Knowledge of engine systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.

·         Experience with APQP, DFMEA, PPAP, and product launch support.

·         Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

·         Ford experience preferred