Highlights

Provide leadership in advancing Ford's ICE, Propulsion & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) capabilities and methodologies to enable highly effective and state-of-the-art Multi-Body Dynamics CAE analyses. Perform Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) analyses of internal combustion engines mechanical system dynamics (i.e., Valvetrain, Cranktrain, Cam Drive, Oil Pump, Vacuum Pump, Balancers, etc.).

Description

In this position...

Provide leadership in advancing Ford's ICE, Propulsion & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) capabilities and methodologies to enable highly effective and state-of-the-art Multi-Body Dynamics CAE analyses. Ideal candidate will be experienced in the area of internal combustion engines, associated components and systems.

Perform Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) analyses of internal combustion engines mechanical system dynamics (i.e., Valvetrain, Cranktrain, Cam Drive, Oil Pump, Vacuum Pump, Balancers, etc.). Provide design directions to the Engine Components and Engine Programs teams. Provide dynamic loads and boundary conditions to support Engine Durability CAE and NVH CAE efforts. Develop, validate and apply new dynamics CAE methodologies to support Engine design process in the concept, prototype and production stages. Collaborate with Components and Programs team engineers to resolve engine related issues. Support IPTSE objective in achieving DV Efficiency targets.

We made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. At Ford, the Vehicle Hardware Engineering teams are using Design Thinking & User Experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that will delight our customers. Our employees are laser-focused on bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. From autonomy and electrification to smart mobility technologies, our teams around the world are working together with excitement to make smart vehicles for a smart world.

What you'll do...

Plan and conduct FEA/CAE analyses of engine components/systems with respect to the multi-body dynamics, structural durability and NVH

Provide direction and recommendations for the design of engine components/systems based on results obtained from FEA/CAE/Optimization analyses

Apply analytical reliability & robustness methodologies to optimize engine components and systems

Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve engine components CAE guideline/procedures

Collaborate with components/systems engineers to provide design direction and confirmation to achieve targets for performance, quality, function, weight and cost

Support expedited concern resolution with cross functional teams including the design, manufacturing, quality, etc.

Collaborate with components/system engineers to resolve engine components/systems issues for both prototype and production programs

Experience with CATIA, AVL Excite, Realis Valdyn, MatLab, ISight, Altair Suite (Hypermesh, Hyperview, Optistruct) and MS Office