Design and Release Engineer

Job Description: Design and Release Engineer for supporting automotive transmission/engine unit systems. The work activities will include, but not be limited to

Should know functioning of engines or at least functioning of other parts like fuel injection exhaust or power train and transmissions.

Requirements/Responsibilities:

· Perform Design & Release engineering activities at component and system level.

· Follow the Design Change Checklist for each part to understand required DV and PV.

· Execute CAD and CAE updates as required.

· Develop DVP&R for the system and components.

· Work with and support Ford Purchasing and Buyers for supplier interactions and reviews

· Manage the new supplier interaction and management with support from Ford STA team.

· Create and maintain the detailed development work plans in support of program timing.

· Support and maintain engine BOM.

· Perform WERS release and participation in change control.

· Own the sub-system design release process using OEM PLM system (e.g. Teamcenter, CATIA, etc.).

· Approve drawings, BOMs, part numbers, and configuration content.

· Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECR’’s) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO’’s).

· Ensure design change impacts to cost, quality, emissions, and timing are evaluated and communicated.

· Lead Validation, APQP & Launch Support

· Lead engine sub-system related APQP activities including DFMEA, PFMEA, SCAAFS, Control Plans etc.

· Support DV/PV testing: durability, thermal, NVH, performance, and emissions.

· Coordinate prototype, mule, and pre-production builds.

· Support PPAP readiness and launch activities

· Ensure Quality, Compliance & perform Risk Management

· Must be Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

· Bachelor’’s or Master’’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering field.

· 3-5 years of prior experience in design release or technical leadership roles.

· Knowledge of engine systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.

· Experience with APQP, DFMEA, PPAP, and product launch support.

· Proficiency with CAD and PLM tools (e.g. CATIA and Teamcenter)

· Ford experience preferred