Technical Specialist – Advanced Chassis Structural Design, Manufacturing Engineering

Ford Motor Company

Ford technical specialist developing suspension structural design and manufacturing processes for vehicle components. Leading feasibility, simulation, APQP, tooling, and launch quality activities.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in suspension structural design and manufacturing processes, including DFMEA, GD&T, and process optimization methodologies. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex engineering projects while ensuring compliance with Build-to-Print Supplier deliverables.

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Suspension Structural DesignDFMEA ManagementProcess Optimization MethodologiesAdvanced GD&TBuild-to-Print Supplier Deliverables

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Hard Skills

Chassis Structural DesignManufacturing Simulation SoftwareRoot Cause AnalysisPpk CalculationsDesign of Experiments

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsProject Management SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

TeamcenterWERSJIRACAE ToolsGauge R&R

Certifications & Qualifications

BS-Engineering

Industry Keywords

StampingsCastingsForgingsOK-to-Tool ProcessAPQP Plans

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and delivery of an in-house design and manufacturing process for suspension structural parts, including stampings, castings, and forgings.
Develop and maintain internal engineering foundation documents, including design guides, design rules, requirements, and interface agreements.
Create and manage Process FMEAs, Control Plans, Safe Launch Control Plans, and sub-component BOMs.
Lead Design for Manufacturing and Design for Assembly feasibility reviews before tool kickoff.
Drive in-house manufacturing process simulations for stamping formability, casting solidification, and forging flow.
Lead the OK-to-tool process with Build-to-Print suppliers, including steel purchase, rough-cut, and finish approvals.
Conduct test-facility correlation studies between Ford and supplier facilities.
Develop component and assembly GD&T and sign off program prints.
Support prototype development for Build-to-Print parts.
Manage data collection and capability analysis for Significant/Critical Characteristics, including Ppk calculations.
Lead process optimization trials and Design of Experiments.
Develop APQP plans, conduct OK-to-Build and OK-to-Ship reviews, and oversee Gauge R&R trials.
Lead root cause analysis and problem resolution using 8D and JIRA during launch, testing, and production.
Travel occasionally to assembly plants and global chassis engineering centers to support process development, issue resolution, and engineer training.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS-Engineering required.
10 Years of experience in chassis structural design + engineering.
Extensive component engineering design and release experience in suspension structural components (stampings, castings, forgings), including specific experience on launch.
Deep understanding of Build-to-Print Supplier (BTPS) deliverables and proven ability to execute manufacturing, tooling feasibility, and PPAP requirements in-house.
Extensive experience creating and managing DFMEA, PFMEA, SCCAF, Control Plans, and drawings with advanced GD&T.
Experience with CAE tools, manufacturing simulation software, and process optimization methodologies (DOE).
Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills to lead root cause analysis for complex manufacturing and dimensional issues.
Understanding of GPDS deliverables and basic Ford engineering tools including Teamcenter, WERS, and buck environments.
Ability to handle complex tasks and challenging situations under compressed timing.
Experience communicating with senior leaders, design and release, manufacturing, and tooling suppliers.
Planning, organizational, and project management skills with proper follow-up to accomplish multiple objectives.
Ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time