Ford Motor Company

Seat System Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company • $85K — $110K *
Dearborn, MI 48126In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Project.
  • Fluent in English, both written and verbal; strong Spanish communication skills are a plus.
  • Experience in design and manufacturing of seat systems or components.
  • Knowledge of product development processes and parts verification/validation.
  • Familiarity with FEDE, ADS, FSMS, GPDS, E2KS, and WERS systems.
  • Basic knowledge of Teamcenter, Tc VisMockup, and CATIA; ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Manage program timing in collaboration with the JIT Program Manager.
  • Oversee the product release lifecycle by maintaining BOMs and managing design revisions.
  • Design and launch seat systems or components through the GPDS process.
  • Manage QWCT (Quality, Weight, Cost, Timing) for assigned parts.
  • Lead and participate in various program-related meetings, some of which will require chairing by the D&R Engineer.
  • Develop Design Verification Plans for seat components and ensure compliance with System Design Specifications and Federal Regulations.
  • Create and maintain Gantt charts and timing schedules for projects and parts.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that encourages proactive contributions.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
  • Engagement with industry-leading design tools and processes.
  • Access to a supportive team for problem-solving and innovation.
  • Flexible travel requirements to facilitate collaboration with external partners.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

  • Manage delivery of overall program timing together with JIT Program Manager.
  • Handle product release lifecycle: create and maintain BOMs, manage design revisions using change management systems.
  • Design, Develop, Release and Launch seat systems or components through GPDS (PRE-PSC to J1).
  • QWCT (Quality, Weight, Cost, Timing) management for assigned parts.
  • Attend program related meetings: To4, Seat complete, EMMs, TDRMs, supplier meetings, purchasing meetings, etc. Some of them should be led by the D&R Engineer.
  • Develop and execute Seat system/component level Design Verification Plans, support vehicle/system level DVP, and ensure compliance to all System Design Specifications (SDS) and Federal Regulations including unique Export Market Requirements.
  • Create and maintain a timing/Gantt chart (PDP) for assigned parts and project.
  • Keep a prevent recurrence actions /lessons learned / required design rules list, and cascade to Core team.
  • Coordinate with other areas to make sure design intent meets all requirements (Seat Complete, Seat Structure, Seat Features, Studio, Safety, Craftsmanship, VO, PVT, Supplier, Tool shop, Purchasing, Finance, Program, etc.)
  • Lead integration of seating components into the seat system
  • understand and effectively utilize product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford's PLM ecosystem.


Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of engineering on: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Industrial or related.
  • MS Office expertise (including Project).
  • Proficient English (Reading, listening and writing).
  • Seat system or component parts design and manufacturing knowledge/experience.
  • Product development and parts verification/validation experience.
  • FEDE, ADS, FSMS, GPDS, E2KS and WERS systems knowledge.
  • FMEA knowledge and Experience.
  • Able to read and conceptualize 2D and 3D Engineering Drawings (including GD&T).
  • Teamcenter, Tc VisMockup and CATIA (Basic) knowledge.
  • Excellent Spanish/English communication skills.
  • Excellent graphical communication skills (sketching).
  • Able to explain complex engineering concepts to other areas: Studio, Program, etc.
  • Structured problem solving and thinking.
  • Proactive, Disciplined.
  • Strong network and relationship builder.
  • Go getter.
  • Self-accountable for delivering results.
  • Able to negotiate with other areas.
  • Methodical but able to quickly analyze and take decisions.
  • Out of the box, innovative, and resilient in the face of adversity.
  • Ability and willingness to travel.

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Learn more about Ford Motor Company
Size
183,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$127.1 billion
NASDAQ
F
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