> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3563604-launch-support-engineer-closures](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3563604-launch-support-engineer-closures). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Launch Support Engineer - Closures - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Jeffersonville, KY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, JIRA, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Siemens NX, CATIA V5 - **Published:** October 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/C95DDC61EB44493B8F0C314B13A8687C/job/ ## About the Role * 8+ years automotive experience with OEM launch support * Strong design engineering background with prior hands-on experience * Proven success in fast-paced vehicle launch environments * Experience reviewing CAD in CATIA 3DX (CATIA V5 or Siemens NX acceptable) * Strong understanding of GD&T, functional quality, steeling, and A-surface concerns * Familiarity with issue-tracking systems (e.g., JIRA) Previously worked at Ford or GM ## Description Role Summary Ford is seeking a senior Launch Support Engineer - Closures to support Advanced EV vehicle launch activities. This role serves as the on-site technical liaison between the Irvine, CA design team and manufacturing, quality, and launch teams at build facilities. The focus is launch execution, issue resolution, and cross-functional alignment-not hands-on design or TPM work., * Lead closures launch support during vehicle builds, inspections, and validation * Act as the primary technical interface between design engineering and on-site teams * Drive daily alignment through startup meetings, floor reviews, and issue forums * Identify build risks, inspection needs, trials, and issues requiring escalation * Review CAD (CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE) to assess design intent, interfaces, tolerances, and launch risk * Apply engineering fundamentals (GD&T, functional quality, steeling, A-surface) to support issue resolution * Lead and support problem-solving efforts (A/B problem solving, PPAP support) * Document issues, root causes, and recommendations and communicate clearly to design teams * Support manufacturing and quality investigations to ensure closures meet design and performance intent * CLOSURES: Doors, hood, liftgate, door mechanisms Exposure to stampings, sheet metal, die castings, sealing systems, mechanisms, and exterior components