Ev Battery Structures

We are looking for a strong mechanical engineer with extensive experience in casting, sheet metal, aluminum extrusions component design as well as joining methods. This individual will be responsible for taking EV battery enclosure from design to launch. Additionally, this person will partner with battery unit team and other component teams to package battery internal components as well as the vehicle team to develop the optimal vehicle package solution for the battery.

This individual will join our team of dedicated engineers to develop quality documents to support the built to print supplier, sourcing, managing supplier. Responsible for quality, cost, weight and functional attributes, kick-off prototype & production tooling. Deliver prototype builds, PPAP & production launch on time with quality.

The Body Structural System organization is a dynamic and growing team committed to delivering the best fuel economy/efficiency and refined Battery Electric vehicle in every segment in which we compete. This person will work collaboratively with many groups within the Body Structural System Engineering organization.

At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and delivering high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. Ford is a global leader in the area of vehicle electrification. Exterior and Structural System Engineering is the Product Development team responsible for delivering the key technologies. We are an exciting and highly collaborative organization working hard to make a difference. ESS is seeking outstanding individuals to help shape the direction of our next generation of electric vehicles and support Ford’s electric vehicle plans.

**Basic Qualifications**:

- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering
- M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or complimentary disciplines highly desired.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience manufacturing and developing metal components and structure.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience preferred.
- Experience in using CAD/CAE tools and ability to optimize tool designs for stamping, welding and sheet metal, extrusions, castings.
- Al, casting, sheet metal joining experience (MIG, SPR, Laser weld, spot welding)
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks
- Proficient computer skills

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- One-plus (1+) years engineering experience in battery system design, usage, controls, testing, and system interactions for electrified vehicles.
- Record of innovation through invention disclosures, patents, and technical publications.
- CAD/CAE capable engineer. Catia, Teamcenter, stack-up tools, fastener health chart, GDT
- PPAP launch experience.

The distance between imagination andcreation. It can be measured in years of innovation, or in moments of brilliance. When you join the Ford team discover all the benefits, rewards and development opportunities you’d expect from a diverse global leader. You’ll become part of a team that is already leading the way, with ingenious solutions and attainable products - and it is always ready to go further.

Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
- Design & Release enclosure and structure, cold plate, seals for electric vehicle battery packs
- Manage supply base
- Support all design phase deliverables from initial concept to launch.
- Work with supplier manufacturing, STA and quality teams to ensure design for assembly feasibility
- Develop & maintain quality documents DFMEA, SCCAF, P-diagram etc.
Support on time delivery of prototype & production builds, DV/PV testing, launch.
- Lead Battery structure OPD & SREA changes.
- Strong GDT knowledge, create & run stack-ups, review DVA.
- Manage supplier (Cost, timing, product and manufacturing changes).
- Lead on time resolution of AIMS identify ICA/PCA plan and 8D workstreams.