Description The Variable Brakes OPD D&R; Engineer is responsible for delivery and maintenance of actuation brake systems and components (Brake tubes, pedal box, jounce hoses & wheel speed sensors) for current production vehicle lines.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

- Ensure robust ongoing delivery of actuation brake systems and components, including optimizing the design and packaging of components while maintaining overall system performance, cost, weight, quality, and adherence to corporate/regulatory requirements
- Support ongoing production development (OPD) as well as In-Cycle Change Actions (ICAs) for assigned programs by leading design changes and updates as needed to address quality issues/updated requirements
- Lead warranty issue resolution for assigned components and suppliers
- Pursue cost saving opportunities with assigned suppliers to support section and department cost reduction targets
- Manage supplier contacts for assigned components via regular open issues discussions and supplier touchpoints
- Serve as a leader and representative of brake engineering to interfacing organizations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Related degree.
- High English proficiency (reading, writing and speaking)
- Experience in functional engineering desirable, preferably Chassis or Automotive related work experience (Ford, OEM, supplier)
- Strong leadership skills – Inherent self-starter,



self-motivated with strong drive for results
- Project management skills – Capable of managing projects by looking both at the big picture objectives and at detail administration to achieve these objectives.
- Excellent math, science, technology and IT skills, able to work in unfamiliar and unstructured situations and succeed
- The ability to analyze complex problems and assess possible solutions
- The ability to explain design ideas clearly and strong decision-making skills
- Strong oral/written communication skills to lead group projects, issue resolution and management reviews
- Excellent team working and people skills
- A comprehensive understanding of Brakes Subsystems Design Specifications
- Computer- literate:

o Proficiency in MS-Office/Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint o 3D CAD software tools exposure (Catia / Teamcenter, Vismock up)

o Desirable: CAE structural basic knowledge

- Demonstrated proficiency in engineering disciplines preferred: DVP&R;, DFMEA, 8D, NVH, Process Controls, GD&T;, Reliability and System Engineering Fundamentals
- Problem Solving: DMAIC/DFSS/Robustness Tools working experience
- Ability to travel and support Ford Motor Company final assembly plants and supplier sites, when required during project delivery; many of them located in Unites States where international travel and B1/B2 or TN Visa would be required
- Availability to work in a hybrid scheme.

📌 Brake D&R (México)
🏢 Ford Motor
📍 México