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In this position...
- This position is within the Ford Racing organization and will closely interface with the ICE Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) organization.
- It is initially for a component design and release engineer on the 5.2L engine program and may expand to other major powertrain castings for other programs.
What you'll do...
- Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems
- Create & own the 3D models & 2D drawings for assigned cast components
- Lead sub-system Component Program Module Team (CPMT) activities
- Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing
- Lead resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues
- Lead management of casting and machining suppliers for the cylinder block & other similar components
- Work collaboratively with CAE resources in support of the analysis of cylinder block and other similar components (Structural, thermal, CFD)
- Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
- Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, OPTIX, PPAP, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.
- Support all Program Meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, Change Control, etc…)
- Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support program requirements and resolve quality issues
- Interface with engine dynamometer testing team
- Interface with cross-functional teams, such as purchasing, mating components, calibration, & manufacturing
- Support prototype engine build Program Attribute Team (PAT) (BOM, inspection and prototype fit reviews)
- Support travel, both domestic and international, when required
