Own the mechanical design and development of a novel, high volume, high voltage electro-mechanical system in Ford’s new upcoming EV platform.
Work with the hardware design team to develop a build to print on-vehicle electronic control unit with optimized performance, reliability, and cost.
Closely collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, testing, manufacturing, and quality teams, to ensure that designs encompass DFX principles and meet quality standards.
Develop engineering prototypes using rapid prototyping processes and coordinate building and testing for functionality and performance.
Engage with suppliers from concept phase to evaluate processes and materials based on manufacturability, quality, cost, reliability, and functional requirements. Provide further support on design improvements to resolve quality issues related to fabrication (die casting, injection molding, sheet metal forming, etc)
Participate in development of assembly and test fixtures for all product phases.
Develop mechanical functions specifications, support with test planning, execution and documentation based on the design requirements and regulations.

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
3+ years of experience designing, developing, and releasing electro-mechanical components and systems for volume production.
First hand experience with PCBA integration into mechanical enclosures including PCBA packaging processes like press fit pin process, soldering, conformal coating, etc.
Excellent understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, materials, and tool design (die casting, injection moulding, sheet metal forming, CNC machining, etc)
High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia, Enovia, or similar tools.
Experience in application of GD&T and tolerance stack analyses.
High attention to detail ensuring organization, accuracy, and quality of design work.
Ability to review and act upon simulation and test results to improve the design.
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team.
Hands-on experience prototyping, building, testing, and launching electromechanical systems.
Strong engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply broadly to vehicle systems and manufacturing processes.

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

Mechanical Design Engineer

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