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We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position...

The Restraints D&R Engineer is responsible for the design and release of restraints components and systems for new and current vehicles including:

Managing project timing, releasing drawings and engineering specifications.

Creating specific FMA Documents, DVP&R, and quality documents.

Part delivery on time for each program milestone.

Tracking of supplier’s deliverables.

Commodities include Seatbelts, Airbags, Steering Wheels, Buckles, Height Adjusters, etc.

You'll have...
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or Equivalent.
3+ years of experience working as a design and release Engineer for Restraints Commodities.
Even better, you may have...
Master's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or Equivalent.
Working knowledge of Regulatory and Public Domain Requirements including but not limited to FMVSS, IIHS, etc.
Working Knowledge of simulation and testing methodologies for restraints and safety systems.
Good program management skills with the ability to manage a number of assignments simultaneously and prioritize appropriately.
Experience leading multiple assignments with demanding timelines.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team.
Significant problem-solving skills demonstrated previously.
Knowledge of Manufacturing and Assembly operations. Sharp focus on Quality and Cost management
Travel will be required to supplier design & testing locations as well as to manufacturing locations in the US, Mexico and Canada.
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above.

No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you

DISCLAIMER:
Ford Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability.

What you'll do...
Design, develop, validate, and release Restraints System commodities, subsystems, and components for the assigned programs. Commodities include Seatbelts, Airbags, Steering wheels, Buckles, Height adjusters etc.
Monitor the development of Interior trim and other interfacing components for Ford vehicles according to company-specific benchmarks.
Design parts to comply with Corporate, Regulatory and Local Requirements for parts validation, considering the WCR (Worldwide Customers Requirements), ES (Engineering Specifications) and SDS (Systems Design specifications) as well as Manufacturing and Assembly requirements.
Translate Customer, Regulatory, and Product requirements into engineering targets.
Monitor suppliers and analyze customer feedback through Ford's systems.
Incorporation of new designs and engineering changes at Assembly Plants and leading discussions with involved parties including suppliers.
Support suppliers and assembly departments with current production quality and manufacturing issues.
Support production part approval processes (PPAP) for mass production.