Ford Racing Vehicle Hardware Engineering and Connected Vehicle Software Chief Engineer

Ford

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About The Position

Work involves the technical leadership of the Vehicle Hardware team of body interior, body exterior and chassis engineers supporting the Ford Racing vehicles. Work involves the technical leadership of the Connected Vehicle Software team of electrical systems, electrical control module, software development, features development, and electrical integration engineers supporting the Ford Racing vehicles. Design and release process discipline based on Ford methods. Support of initial architecture layout Deliver technical project presentations to senior management including results and accomplishments, conclusions and recommendations, and lessons learned. Established and active employee resource groups Hardware Engineering Body Exterior / Interior Systems design and release. Studio feasibility ( mold flow / stamping simulations / section development )

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering required.
• Engineering / Business MS degree
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Automotive OEM program delivery
• 5 years as Engineering Manager
• Strong leadership skills with ability to work with multiple partners and suppliers, and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with high responsibility
• Working understanding of Functional requirements, failure mode effects, causes, severity and detection methods (DFMEAs)
• Ability to develop clear working level documents and management presentations as well as clear/concise communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to both Ford and supplier domestic and foreign locations.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Technical leadership of the Vehicle Hardware team of body interior, body exterior and chassis engineers supporting the Ford Racing vehicles.
• Technical leadership of the Connected Vehicle Software team of electrical systems, electrical control module, software development, features development, and electrical integration engineers supporting the Ford Racing vehicles.
• Design and release process discipline based on Ford methods.
• Support of initial architecture layout
• Deliver technical project presentations to senior management including results and accomplishments, conclusions and recommendations, and lessons learned.
• Hardware Engineering Body Exterior / Interior Systems design and release.
• Studio feasibility ( mold flow / stamping simulations / section development )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees