Ford Racing Chassis Systems Engineer
Core
Integrating chassis components into a vehicle-level system to deliver Ford Racing vehicle performance targets.
Role type
Senior IC chassis systems engineer
Builds
Ford Racing vehicles (prototype, launch, and production)
Domain
Automotive / Vehicle Dynamics
Required skills
Chassis systems integration, Vehicle dynamics, Vehicle architecture, Suspension component engineering, ADAMS CAE modeling, Chassis data management, Test output alignment, Supplier interface, Ride height and alignment evaluation, Travel and check load requirements
Preferred skills
Ford PD systems (GPDS, WERS, FEDEBOM, FEDE, Teamcenter, 3DX), Vehicle manufacturing launch processes, Tunable suspension component design (shocks, coil springs, bushings), CAD tools (CATIA), Ford Tier II driver evaluation certification
Technologies
ADAMS, CATIA, GPDS, WERS, FEDEBOM, FEDE, Teamcenter, 3DX
Responsibilities
Serve as single point of contact for suspension hardpoints and vehicle ADAMS CAE model; Assess Chassis Systems health chart metrics at each milestone; Coordinate durability vehicle preparation and testing; Lead problem-solving efforts for chassis component issues; Support testing, prototype builds, launch builds, and ongoing production; Set targets for vehicle ride height and alignment; Cascade travel and check load requirements to shock and spring suppliers; Interface daily with global teams to ensure compliance with specifications.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC