Displays Applications D&R Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

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About The Position

Lead the development of next-generation display technology throughout the GPDS/OPD program lifecycle, from requirements definition and design through testing, issue resolution, and production release. Partner with cross-functional teams—including Program, Design Studio, Core LCD, Interior, and TPP—to deliver display modules that meet engineering requirements, program milestones, and production-readiness goals. The role also represents Center Stack EESE components in vehicle architecture meetings and coordinates with global Body Interior, EESE, Program Integration teams, and Tier 1 suppliers on Center Stack engineering, packaging, design, performance, and attributes.

The position manages Center Stack assembly BOMs, develops 3D CAD components and assemblies, establishes interface strategies, and provides EESE CAD data for CAE model, crash, and thermal analysis. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available. Candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub may be required to work onsite four or more days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7–10 years of demonstrated experience in product development.
• Strong working knowledge of TCe (C3PNG) and 3DX.
• Proficiency with CATIA and VisMockup.
• Strong understanding of steel stamping and plastic injection molding materials and processes, and ability to apply that knowledge to production-feasible designs.
• Working knowledge of JIRA, WERS, FEDEBOM, GI, and the K-Loop process.
• Experience coordinating CAD support and working with CAD/CAE teams.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, committed to delivering high-quality components on schedule and collaborating effectively across teams.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with FNV3/4 architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing engineering concepts to support the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process.
• Partner with the Design Studio to assess concepts, evaluate engineering feasibility, and support Class A surface development.
• Drive PMT2 deliverables and program milestones, including Global Integrator (GI), FEDEBOM, VSEM, DFMEA, DVPR, EMC, and PAAT.
• Lead technical design reviews with Tier 1 suppliers and cross-functional teams.
• Support vehicle builds from BOM validation and breadboards through NMPDC, DCV, JI, and OPD.
• Manage engineering changes and approvals, including DCR, ED&T, CPE DF, FEDEBOM, CMF, WERS, and Change Control.
• Represent Center Stack EESE components in Vehicle Architecture package meetings.
• Collaborate with global Body Interior, EESE, and Program Integration teams to meet in-vehicle packaging, design, performance, and attribute requirements for Center Stack EESE commodities.
• Manage the Center Stack (YO) assembly bill of materials (BOM).
• Develop 3D CAD components, assemblies, and interface strategies.
• Build and maintain the Center Stack assembly BOM in close collaboration with EESE Tier 1 suppliers.
• Deliver EESE CAD data to the CAE team for model, crash, and thermal analysis.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized backup child care.
• Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments.
• 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.
• Paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior