Design and Release Engineer-Suspensions

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life.   We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position...
Suspension Design and release engineers assume a major role in the product development organization – we are responsible for developing systems and components for multiple programs. We are charged with meeting both our internal and external customer expectations with regard to all aspects of part Design: function, fit, quality, cost.

You'll have...

BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials).
1 year of suspension experience including internships and coursework.

Even better, you may have...
MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials).
2+ years of experience in design and release of Coil Springs and Stabilizer Bar Systems.
Demonstrated experience of effective supplier management, launch, and global program delivery.
Demonstrated ability for technical understanding and leadership.
Demonstrated leadership skills in teamwork, prioritization, and project management.
Hands on experience with CAD (CATIA & 3Dx) release processes, sourcing processes, creating test requests, documenting evidence in support of requirements and design rules.
Passion for zero defects, passion for customer, high energy, drive for results and openness to learning.
Curiosity & Strong desire to learn the Suspension Design & Release Engineering responsibilities.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

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