Suspension Technical Expert – Spring System - Leaf and Coil
Core
Lead technical design and development of suspension spring systems (leaf and coil) for Ford vehicles, including design reviews, signoff, and manufacturing process optimization.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineering expert (suspension systems)
Builds
Leaf and coil spring systems and components for Ford vehicles
Domain
Automotive engineering / Vehicle hardware
Required skills
Automotive leaf/coil spring engineering, Component engineering design & release, DFMEA/PFMEA/SCCAF/Control Plans, CAE modeling, GD&T, Supplier manufacturing processes, Engineering tools (Teamcenter, buck environment), Joint design, Engineering tool creation
Preferred skills
MS Engineering, Complex task management under compressed timing, Cross-functional communication, Project management, Coaching and mentoring, Technical leadership
Technologies
CAE tools, Teamcenter, buck environment, Leaf spring clearance calculator, Coil spring seat interfaces
Responsibilities
Lead development and maintenance of suspension spring system specifications and foundation documents, Conduct technical design reviews and provide signoff for system/subsystem/component, Coach and mentor D&R engineers globally, Solve launch/recall/quality/field issues, Review forming, assembly, and test manufacturing processes, Benchmark designs to optimize future programs, Develop strategies for new technologies including composite leaf springs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities