Introduction
Join our team as a Design & Release Engineer specializing in Restraints Commodities. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and releasing components such as seatbelts, airbags, and steering wheels for our cutting-edge vehicle programs. This position requires a strong understanding of engineering specifications and regulatory requirements.
Required Skills & Qualifications (Must-have qualifications that candidates must meet to be considered)
- 3 years of experience working as a design and release engineer for restraints commodities.
- Working knowledge of regulatory and public domain requirements including FMVSS, IIHS, etc.
- Proficiency in simulation and testing methodologies for restraints and safety systems.
- Strong program management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and prioritize appropriately.
- Prior work experience at Ford or in the automotive industry.
Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications (Nice-to-have skills but are not required)
- Knowledge of Ford processes and systems.
- Experience in interfacing interior commodities such as cockpit trim.
- Master's Degree in a related field.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities (key tasks and expectations for the role)
- Design, develop, validate, and release restraints system commodities, subsystems, and components for assigned programs.
- Monitor the development of interior trim and other interfacing components according to company-specific benchmarks.
- Ensure parts comply with corporate, regulatory, and local requirements for parts validation.
- Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets.
- Incorporate new designs and engineering changes at assembly plants and lead discussions with suppliers.
- Support suppliers and assembly departments with current production quality and manufacturing issues.
For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.