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# Closures Systems Launch Engineer

- **Company:** Ford Motor Company
- **Location:** Allen Park, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $132,800.0 - $250,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Apache Struts, Kinematics
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us4cacc4b0d4f857fe7fe2b8d3447e7424/eaa

## About the Role

* B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
 * 3+ years of experience owning components through a full production vehicle development cycle and launch.
 * 5+ years of experience in automotive closures or mechanism engineering.
 * 5+ years of experience utilizing CAD collaboratively (3DX or CATIA preferred; NX, ICEMSURF, or Alias considered).
 * Demonstrated experience in the design and release of moving mechanical systems (latches, hinges, or actuators).

Even better, you may have...

 * Expert Mechanical Fundamentals: Deep understanding of mechanism kinematics, linkages, and electromechanical integration (e.g., e-latches and powered closures).
 * Materials & Manufacturing: Strong knowledge of sheet metal stamping, casting, and materials science to facilitate seamless integration of hardware into the vehicle body.
 * CAE Literacy: Ability to leverage CAE tools to drive design decisions regarding mechanism stiffness, timing, and structural integrity.
 * Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with global safety standards and FMVSS requirements related to door retention and closure systems.
 * Craftsmanship: Strong understanding of GD&T and how mechanism tolerances impact vehicle-level gaps, flushes, and user perceived quality.
 * Hands-on Approach: Experience in physical prototyping and a "boots-on-the-ground" mentality during production build events.

## Description

The Staff Closures Systems Engineer will be a key member responsible for the design, development, and integration of closure mechanisms for Advanced EV development programs. This role spans the entire product lifecycle, from supporting early concept development and studio feasibility to leading production-level engineering and launch. You will focus on the complex world of moving parts-including door, hood, and tailgate latches, hinges, struts, and handles-ensuring these systems integrate seamlessly with sheet metal structures and meet all functional, safety, and aesthetic requirements.
Responsibilities:
What you'll do...

 * Lead the mechanical development and integration of closure systems, including door latches, hinges, hood/tailgate hardware, struts, and exterior handles.
 * Act as a primary individual contributor for production-level engineering, ensuring all components meet rigorous performance and durability standards for vehicle launch.
 * Support early-stage concept development, working closely with Studio Design to ensure "Class A" surfaces are compatible with mechanism kinematics and packaging requirements.
 * Integrate complex mechanisms into sheet metal environments, providing technical expertise on reinforcements, attachment strategies, and material selection.
 * Interpret and utilize CAE simulation results (kinematics, strength, and crash) to optimize designs and resolve integration issues before physical prototyping.
 * Own the CAD and BOM for closure systems, delivering high-quality surface development, datum strategies, and comprehensive GD&T.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams within engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing to ensure system manufacturing, assembly feasibility, and serviceability. Support vehicle development milestones and prototype/production build events
 * Manage supplier technical execution to ensure components meet Ford's stringent quality and functional specifications.