# Design & Release Engineer - Body Interior (Door Trim)

**Company**: Ford
**Location**: Naucalpan de Juarez, MEX
**Work arrangement**: hybrid
**Experience**: mid
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Automotive

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## Description

We are seeking a Design & Release Engineer - Body Interior (Door Trim) to join our team in Naucalpan de Juarez, MEX, Mexico. As a Design & Release (D&R) Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, validation, release, and implementation of Body Interior components and systems for assigned vehicle programs.

**Job Description**

The D&R Engineer is responsible for designing parts that comply with Corporate and Legal Requirements, signing off on compliance to Engineering Requirements, ES (Engineering Specifications), DR (Design Rules), and Manufacturing, Assembly, and Service requirements. You will lead the development of master sections and ensure all aspects of the design contribute to manufacturing efficiency, cost optimization, quality, craftsmanship, ergonomics, serviceability, and overall vehicle performance.

**Responsibilities**

- Comply with Program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets, including meeting GPDS Program Milestone Deliverables.

- Understand and apply the GPDS (Global Product Development System) process.

- Develop, lead, and maintain Program Specific ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work).

- Support Studio Development at all stages (K1-K6) and identify Studio Surface for high-risk Fit and Finish Issues and appearance feasibility process.

- Conduct package studies and Lead development of Master Sections, including attributes for Manufacturing, Cost, Timing, Safety, Quality, Assembly, Craftsmanship, and Ergonomics.

- Lead CAE Studies (Attachments, Robustness, etc.) and manage CAD model transfer to and from suppliers.

- Complete Engineering Design by FDJ and all Studio Surface Transfer by UPV2.

- Apply Six Sigma and 8D issue resolution methodologies, including writing deviations and non-conformance agreements.

- Lead component design reviews and follow the TDR process (Technical Design Review).

- Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS throughout the product life cycle.

- Audit and update the BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usages for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1.

- Identify validation, durability, and functional tests required as per Engineering Requirements & ES (DVP / FEDEWB).

- Resolve DPA1 through 5, support (or lead as required) the PMT process, including change management meetings and/or open issues lists.

- Lead parts implementation/Sign-off in the assembly plant and provide assistance with quality issues at all milestones.

**Qualifications**

- Engineering Degree.

- 2+ Years of experience.

- English proficiency.

- Ability to communicate and interact effectively with others.

- General knowledge of vehicle functions and specific knowledge of Body Interior systems and components.

- Vision and knowledge of the automotive industry environment.

- Strong 3D CAD knowledge and experience with CAE studies.

- Microsoft Office management (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

- Basic knowledge of materials properties.

- Basic knowledge of production processes.

- Understanding of craftsmanship and ergonomics principles.

- Experience with Studio Development processes and appearance feasibility.

- Effective Project Management skills and effective cross-functional communication.

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## Skills

### Required
- 3D CAD
- CAE studies
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- English

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