Ford Motor Company Logo

Ford Motor Company

Exterior Systems Engineer- Plastics

Posted 3 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Hybrid
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Mid level
Hybrid
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Mid level
The role involves establishing performance targets, managing projects for exterior trims and bumpers, collaborating with suppliers and design teams, and ensuring timely resolution of issues while adhering to budgets and sourcing strategies.
The summary above was generated by AI

To establish  performance targets for various programs
•    Understands cost targets /estimates and develops delivery plans including tough choices and recovery plan (if required) in line with program cost & budgets
•    Understands and actively supports program sourcing strategies in line with purchasing, finance and program timing needs
•    To work very closely with supplier product development teams during proposal development
•    To work closely with design studio teams to review the feasibility of surfaces released and providing feedback and issue resolution 
•    Overall project management for exterior trims & bumper system
•    Tracks issues  & design corrective action status and supports timely close-out of issues
•    Providing analyses and resolutions on faults and/or errors 
•    Communicate issues with key stakeholders in a professional manner. Flexibility to work in different time zones to support business
•    Supports and enforces program specific milestone approvals
•    Supporting CAD-based packaging & interface check and Physical Design Verification (DV) testing to support Engineering Sign-Off
•    Support launch (both onsite & offsite) whenever it’s required
•    Support homologation / regulatory testing at test locations like ARAI, NATRIP etc.

Key Leadership Competencies

-    Highly proactive - able to demonstrate & inspire a 'can do' attitude.
               Flexibility to work with multicultural teams in differenct time zones to ensure repeated delivery of own & shared objectives.
-    Show strong emotional maturity & resilience.
-    Able to see the big picture with a strong drive to reach the right outcome for the business.
-    Able to guide & coach younger, less experienced team members.
-    Strong & consistent communicator, able to tailor appropriately.
-    High level of integrity in maintaining work-plans and issue status.
-    Able to hold oneself and others accountable for delivering against plans and prior commitments.
-    High level of autonomy – able to work with little supervision but knows how to escalate at the right time.

Responsibilities

To establish  performance targets for various programs
•    Understands cost targets /estimates and develops delivery plans including tough choices and recovery plan (if required) in line with program cost & budgets
•    Understands and actively supports program sourcing strategies in line with purchasing, finance and program timing needs
•    To work very closely with supplier product development teams during proposal development
•    To work closely with design studio teams to review the feasibility of surfaces released and providing feedback and issue resolution 
•    Overall project management for exterior trims & bumper system
•    Tracks issues  & design corrective action status and supports timely close-out of issues
•    Providing analyses and resolutions on faults and/or errors 
•    Communicate issues with key stakeholders in a professional manner. Flexibility to work in different time zones to support business
•    Supports and enforces program specific milestone approvals
•    Supporting CAD-based packaging & interface check and Physical Design Verification (DV) testing to support Engineering Sign-Off
•    Support launch (both onsite & offsite) whenever it’s required
•    Support homologation / regulatory testing at test locations like ARAI, NATRIP etc.
 

Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Automotive / Production Engineeirng with 4-7 years of experience in exterior trims / plastics / bumper / fascia system in an OEM / tier 1 supplier with  hands on design and releaes experience in  commodities like bumpers / appliques / trims / ornamentation , Hands on Design and Release Experience in exterior trims system (bumper / fascia / trims / appliques) either in a OEM or Tier 1   supplier (like Motherson MATE, Varroc Engineering, Mitsuba Sical etc) - Hands on experience with  structured problem solving techniques, Engineering Change implementation process, DFMEA/DVP, FMA, GD&T CAE, Mould Flow, CATIA, Tool design
• Abreast of emerging technologies 
• Expertise in Design & PDM tools like 3DX, CATIA…
• Expertise in bumpers / plastic trims / ornamentation parts / appliques etc
            Knowledge in plastic tooling, plastic materials, apperance approvals
• Experience in cost estimation for bumper / trims / 
• •Experience in regulatory requirements, Mold flow Analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead the issue resolution process. A broad understanding of all major vehicle systems and a customer focused mindset is required to facilitate this process.
• High energy, self-starter, with the ability and desire to take the responsibility to deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Ability and courage to effectively communicate key issues and make informed recommendations to senior management.
• Team player with a positive, flexible can-do attitude and innovative mindset.
• Excellent in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and Power Point 
• Ability to lead and work with a cross functional team across international time zones. 
• Work closely with suppliers/engineering/manufacturing/purchasing/quality/craftsmanship to ensure the lowest cost and best quality solution.
• Knowledge with Automotive design processes / Systems engineering 
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and in writing 
• Excellent project management skills to work with the team(s) to meet targets and objectives on time 
 

Top Skills

3Dx
Automotive Design
Cae
Catia
Dfmea
Dvp
Fma
Gd&T
Mold Flow
Ms Office Suite
Pdm Tools

Similar Jobs

An Hour Ago
Hybrid
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
Senior level
Big Data • Fintech • Information Technology • Business Intelligence • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
The role involves developing and enhancing Business Intelligence solutions using SQL Server, SSIS, and related BI technologies, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring high-quality standards through testing and collaboration.
Top Skills: AgileMicrosoft FabricPower BIPythonSql Server 2017SsasSsisSsrs
3 Hours Ago
Remote or Hybrid
India
Senior level
Senior level
Fintech • Professional Services • Consulting • Energy • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
The Business Analyst role involves managing requirements in Payments for global banking clients, utilizing Agile methodologies, and collaborating across multiple teams and cultures.
Top Skills: ConfluenceJIRA
3 Hours Ago
Remote or Hybrid
India
Senior level
Senior level
Fintech • Professional Services • Consulting • Energy • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Generative AI
The role involves business analysis in retail banking, focusing on digital transformation, customer onboarding, and Agile delivery.
Top Skills: ConfluenceJIRA

What you need to know about the Chennai Tech Scene

To locals, it's no secret that South India is leading the charge in big data infrastructure. While the environmental impact of data centers has long been a concern, emerging hubs like Chennai are favored by companies seeking ready access to renewable energy resources, which provide more sustainable and cost-effective solutions. As a result, Chennai, along with neighboring Bengaluru and Hyderabad, is poised for significant growth, with a projected 65 percent increase in data center capacity over the next decade.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account