Driveline Design and Release Engineer

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• Participate in the design and release of halfshaft systems for key attributes:
• Size based on wheel slip and fatigue models and road data extrapolation.
• Manage interface with powertrain, frame, exhaust, suspension and chassis.
• Confirm powertrain bending performance via Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) and vehicle testing.
• Design lengths/angle geometry using PAD & work with NVH systems to manage key NVH attributes
• Work with the Vehicle Operations (VO) to develop & validate assembly process
• Design driveline components using robustness methods, analytical and bench DV.
• Manage program release via WERS, Integrator, eFDVS, AVBOM, build signoffs.
• Manage the suppliers by leading the Sub-system Program Module Teams (SPMT), Advanced Product Quality Plan (APQP) reviews and Quality Operating System (QOS) reviews.
• Contribute to core knowledge by authoring design rules, Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) updates and Corporate Engineering Test Procedures (CETP).
• Resolve open issues through tools such as Six Sigma and Global 8D processes and by leading supplier and cross-functional issue resolution teams.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering
• 6 months of Halfshaft Design and Release Engineer experience is required
• 6 months of experience managing a global vehicle program is required
• Knowledge of Ford product development & project management process required

Preferred Skills:

• Self starter
• NVH, six sigma and manufacturing experience is a plus
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