Product Development Engineer-Core Seatbelt Subject Matter Expert
Core
Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and specifications for global seatbelt systems, ensuring quality, cost efficiency, and technology roadmap alignment for Ford vehicles.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineering subject matter expert (restraints)
Builds
Global vehicle seatbelt systems and restraint technologies
Domain
Automotive manufacturing + mechanical engineering
Required skills
Seatbelt engineering, CAD, DFMEA, SPC, DRBFM, supplier management, global program management, cost reduction, quality improvement, safety critical systems, benchmarking, technology roadmap planning
Preferred skills
Master's in mechanical engineering, DFSS Green Belt, experience with airbags/gas generators, cradle-to-grave vehicle program development, multi-cultural leadership
Technologies
CAD, DFMEA, SPC, DRBFM, GPDS, FEDE, DPA
Responsibilities
Write specifications, design rules, and test methods; mentor Seatbelt Applications D&Rs; lead/support weekly TDRMs; maintain seatbelt technology database and roadmap; support global modularity and business plan; resolve field service and quality issues; champion benchmarking; drive global commonality for seatbelts; liaise with global teams and suppliers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC