Create and develop closures geometry and engineering execution in conjunction with design, supply chain, and other core teams. Create vehicle-aligned component and system targets for function, cost, weight, and investment. Develop 3D geometry and innovative designs concepts that solve challenging crash load cases while balancing construction, material, and manufacturing methods. Optimize the concepts and designs with analytical and physical assessments, ensuring conformation to federal regulations governing assigned systems. Deliver world-class craftsmanship and fit/finish through the proper implementation of GD&T. Develop, study, and implement novel construction techniques and materials then drive them to production feasibility. Build physical prototypes to prove out interaction models, materials, structures, or electrical interaction. Enable effective communications with Studio, Packaging, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier activities to deliver optimal design solutions. Support presentations of concepts and status to senior management and internally to Company personnel in an integration and subject matter expert role Bachelor's or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and releasing one or more automotive closures subsystem and adjoining parts including component manufacturing and assembly processes. 3+ years of experience using 3D CAD software collaboratively (NX, Catia, 3DX, etc.) 2+ year of experience in the production release process 2+ years designing to world automotive legal requirements 1+ year of experience in a factory setting launching a new product Excellent understanding of GD&T standards High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia, Enovia, or similar tools including drawing and modelling practices and methodologies Experience with Microsoft Office, Confluence, and Jira applications A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Certificate of Accomplishment from a recognized Design educational institution, or equivalent skills and expertise An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement 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 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. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP4 Visa sponsorship is available for this position. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.