Design Analysis Engineer
About The Position
A specialized engineering role that involves technical vehicle expertise, product safety, and legal support. The candidate will be an expert in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Experience in vehicle dynamics is also desired but not required. The candidate will be investigating how Ford vehicles/components perform in real-world incidents. This position includes getting hands-on experience at inspecting vehicles and piecing together evidence. The role carries high visibility and responsibility; the engineer serves as technical support for Ford’s Automotive Safety Office and may serve as Ford's corporate representative and/or technical expert in depositions and trials, helping support litigation while also feeding lessons learned back into future design, testing, and documentation practices. This is a role suited to someone who thrives at the intersection of deep technical knowledge, investigative curiosity, root cause analysis and clear communication.
Requirements
- Must be an excellent communicator who works well individually and in team settings.
- BS in Engineering required/MS preferred.
- 5-years of automotive design experience required.
- Candidate must have a good understanding of overall vehicle systems.
- The position will support Ford production and litigation matters involving vehicle allegations for all types of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) systems (Forward Collision Warning, Blue Cruise, Rear Brake Assist, Lane Keeping System, Lane Departure Warning, etc.) and vehicle systems in general.
- Experience with ADAS features and hardware is required.
- This position will also require vehicle fire investigation work; fire investigation training will be provided.
- Must be comfortable working independently and travel is required for inspections, deposition, and trial testimony as an investigator or technical representative of the Company.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in vehicle dynamics is also desired but not required.
- Experience in vehicle dynamics related work and using connected vehicle data is also preferred, along with a willingness to branch out into other vehicle design areas as required.
Responsibilities
- Support topics related to area of expertise in the Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG) and the Safety Rulemaking areas of the Automotive Safety Office (ASO)
- Investigate the performance of Ford vehicles, components, or systems in real-world accidents or incidents.
- Review and analyze engineering and product records to evaluate and compare Ford and competitive vehicles and systems.
- Analyze technical theories, product design allegation, and technical evidence in support of Ford Motor Company products for the Office of General Counsel (OGC).
- Inspect accidents, vehicles, components, and sites to obtain technical information and evidence.
- Provide descriptions of product development and vehicle assembly processes, and other technical issues.
- Identify, locate, and analyze appropriate Company records and other information required during the course of litigation.
- Testify as needed in deposition and trial.
- Define and direct the fabrication of supporting engineering trial presentation materials and exhibits.
- Work with the OGC and outside attorneys and consultants to serve as the Company Representative during trial by observing the court proceeding, discuss opportunities with counsel, and providing testimony as required.
- Provide real-world feedback to the Safety Office and Product Development to influence future designs, testing protocols, documentation, and processes.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
