Brake Systems Engineer

 Responsible for delivery of the whole brake system including fixed and variable components. Responsibilities include lead D&R engineering team to design, develop, validate, release, and implement brakes hardware parts under their responsibility; in addition to interface with Brake Controls Hardware & Software teams to deliver overall Brakes System performance for the assigned vehicle programs. The Brake Systems engineer is responsible for leading the team designing brake components that comply with Corporate and Legal Requirements. The Brake Systeme engineer signoffs compliance to Engineering Requirements, Legal and Homologation Requirements, ES (Engineering Specifications) and DR (Design Rules) as well as the Manufacturing, Assembly and Service requirements. The engineer is responsible for making sure GPDS milestones are met on time for all brake components and actively supports on site launch events.

• Responsibilities include the overall brake system performance, cost, weight, timing and quality.
• Responsible to support Brake D&Rs in the engineering documents development in order to source the correct supplier to support the program.
• Validate and sign off all key brake performance and attribute requirements.
• Lead vehicle tests and bench tests for specific functions.
• Work with brake development engineers for refining functional characteristics of the brake components, system, features and the vehicle.
• The engineer manages a group of D&Rs to ensure suppliers correct delivery and performance.
• Serve as a leader and representative of brake engineering to interfacing organizations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Related Engineering.
• Full Professional Proficiency in English (Reading, writing, and speaking).
• 2–4 years of experience in functional engineering, with a strong preference for Chassis or Automotive sectors (OEM or Tier 1 suppliers).
• Proven track record in New Model launches and deep familiarity with GPDS (Global Product Development System) milestones.
• Systems Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of Brakes Subsystems design specifications and System Engineering fundamentals.
• Engineering Disciplines: Demonstrated proficiency in DVP&R, DFMEA, NVH, Process Controls, GD&T, and Reliability.
• Problem Solving: Working experience with DMAIC, DFSS, 8D, and Robustness Tools.
• CAD & PLM: Proficiency in Catia V5/V6, Teamcenter, and Vismockup.
• Analysis: Basic knowledge of CAE structural analysis is a plus.
• Productivity: Advanced use of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Project Management: Ability to manage complex projects by balancing high-level objectives with detailed administrative execution.
• Communication: Strong oral/written skills for leading management reviews and cross-functional teams.
• Mindset: Self-motivated and capable of thriving in unstructured or unfamiliar situations.
• Availability to travel: Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required to support Ford Final Assembly Plants and supplier sites.
• Legal Documentation: Must possess a valid passport and B1/B2 or TN Visa (or be eligible to obtain them) for international travel, primarily to the United States.
• Work Scheme: Availability to work in a hybrid model.

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