Design and Release Engineer

Design and Release Engineer Location : Dearborn,MI,48124 long term contract Position Description: Product Development Engineer - Restraints Design and Release Restraints D&R engineer is responsible for the design and release of restraints components and systems for the new and current vehicles. Responsibilities include: - Managing project timing -Releasing drawing and engineering specifications - Creating specific FMA (Failure Mode Analysis) Documents, DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report) and quality documents - Part delivery on time for each program milestone - Tracking of supplier3's deliverables. Roles and Responsibilities - Design, develop, validate, and release automotive systems, subsystems, and components for the assigned programs - Monitor the development of interior trim for Ford Vehicles according to company - specific benchmarks - Design parts to comply with corporate and local requirements for parts validation, considering WCR (Worldwide Customer Requirements), ES (Engineering specifications), and SDS (System Design Specifications) as well as the Manufacturing and Assembly requirements - Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets - Monitor supplier and analyze customer feedback through Fords systems (WERS, FEDE, GPDS, Catia). - Responsible for incorporating new designs and engineering changes at the Assembly Plant and leading discussions with involved parties including suppliers - Support suppliers and assembly departments with current production quality and manufacturing issues - Support production part approval processes (PPAP) for mass production Skills Required: Good program management skills with the ability to manage a number of assignments simultaneously and prioritize appropriately. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others as part of a team. Significant problem solving skills previously demonstrated through resume and interview questions Experience Required: 5 years of experience working as a D&R engineer Experience Preferred: Restraints experience is a plus Education Required: Bachelors degree in mechaical engineering, Electronics or Mechatronics Engineering Additional Information : POSITION IS FULLY ONSITE / REMOTE CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY Some travel is required / about 10% / Various US locations and Mexico / Travel to include overnight or multiple day stays