Thermal Systems HVAC Component Engineer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

HVAC component design and quality are key to Ford. As the company transitions to fewer prototype vehicles, increased CAE predictions, in addition to multiple new platforms and new technology, the focus on HVAC design to delivery customer attributes is important. The number of recent HVAC related issues has highlighted the need for an increased focus and specialization in this area.

In this position...

Design new HVACs on future ford vehicle models. Work closely with the studio and have impact on design of vehicles. Opportunity to interface with a lot of components of the vehicle. Have ownership with the foundation documents for the projects.

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

What you'll do...

• Support creation and maintenance of the Core Engineering Documents (FMA Documents, Requirements and Test Procedures, etc.)

• Support Technical Design Reviews for System/Subsystem/Component

• Lead design and development of new HVAC with Full Service Suppliers.

• Signoff of Component design verification (DV) and Production Verification (PV) results from full service suppliers.

• Problem Solving – Launch, Recall, Quality / Field Issues

• Collaborate with vehicle architecture, body, electrical and vehicle attribute and applications teams to develop HVAC designs to meet customer requirements.

• Understand upfront design, verification plan and methods, and industrialization process.

• Ability to analyze customer quality/ warranty concerns.

• Interface with Thermal Subsystems teams (Air Handling & Air conditioning Subsystem teams).

• Interface with supplier technical assistance and purchasing teams.

• Support HVAC lab testing at MPG facility as needed.

• Review Supplier Request for Engineering approval for manufacturing changes with robust production verification plan.

• support institutionalizing prevent recurrence actions across programs.

• Can speak with confidence and authority but is humble and collaborative in leading a technical

You'll have...

• 5 years of experience in climate control HVAC component design development.

• Master of Engineering (electrical, mechanical, physics, systems, etc.) preferred.

• Proven history of design and verification directly related to HVAC component.

Even better, you may have...

• Knowledge of thermal systems components

• Knowledge of injection molding design principals and manufacturing experience.

• Knowledge of/experience with HVAC physical testing and CFD/CAE.

• Ability to interface and align cross functional team of people that do not directly report to the same department.

• Ability to institutionalize the key factors and lessons learned through documentation (design rules, requirements, technical design guides, etc.) and to teach associated learning sessions.

• Ability to form an opinion, communicate it effectively at all levels, and drive the company in a winning direction.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more

Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases

Tuition assistance

Established and active employee resource groups

Paid time off for individual and team community service

A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day

Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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This position is a range of salary grades SG7 - SG8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Requisition ID : 29710