Staff Cooling and Lubrication System Integration Engineer

Job Description

As a Staff Cooling and Lubrication System Integration Engineer, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation and excellence in the conceptualization, design, development, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing of the next generation of groundbreaking power units. In this position you will be responsible for the mechanical integration of the cooling and lubrications system into the overall power unit, looking for a system that delivers an optimal balance between efficiency, durability, performance and BOM cost. Your responsibility will go from a concept starting from a napkin sketch all the way to production including, finding, and coordinating suppliers, defining test plans, defining assembly procedures for components, etc. We are seeking a talented and creative individual who is passionate about Powertrain engineering and development.

Responsibilities

What you'll be able to do:

Closely collaborate with Motor team to deliver the most optimal interaction between the cooling system and the motor, deliver the right amount of cooling for any given condition while minimizing the power consumption required to deliver that oil and the potential windage effects of the oil being used to cool the motor.

Closely collaborate with Geartrain team to deliver the right amount of lubricant for any given condition.

Closely collaborate with the structure/housing team to deliver the simplest and most cost-efficient mechanical integration of the Cooling and lubrication system into the power unit.

Responsible for Windage Management.

Lead the design and development of mechanical components internal to the power unit such as Oil pumps, heat exchangers, oil tubes, oil baffles, oil distribution manifolds, oil filters, oil valves, access covers, Oil squirters, etc.

Utilize CAD software to create detailed 3D models and engineering 2D drawings following ASME Y14.5

Contribute to design reviews, test plans, and requirements reviews to further optimize the powertrain system cross functionally.

Manage the technical side of the supply chain relationship, collaborating with external vendors to make the parts as easy to manufacture as it can be.

Develop design validation plans for the Cooling and Lubrication system.

Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and reports related to the development work.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaborate closely with the Test engineers and subject matter experts to develop Test rigs and test plans to help validating the mechanical components.

Qualifications

The minimum requirements we seek:

Bachelor's Degree in mechanical Engineering or related field.

6+ years of experience designing, developing, validating and releasing electric vehicle batteries, power electronics, or power units.

6+ years of experience using 3D CAD software collaboratively (NX, CATIA, 3DX, Solid Works, etc.)

Strong understanding of GD&T and drafting practices.

Strong understanding of high-volume manufacturing processes such as plastic injection molding, casting, machining, sintering, stamping, etc.

Strong sense of ownership.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong first principle understanding on Hydraulics and Heat Transfer.

An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team.

A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement.

Preferred Requirements :

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Experience with Matlab, GT-Suite or similar software

Hands-on experience building and launching automotive products and prototyping powertrain systems.

Experience with Microsoft Office, Confluence, and Jira applications

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience with instrumentation and measurement of powertrain systems in a lab environment.

What you'll receive in return:

As part of the Ford family, you'll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we would love to have you join us.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combatting COVID-19. As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption.

More Information on Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company operates in the Automotive industry. The company is located in Dearborn, MI and Palo Alto, CA. Ford Motor Company was founded in 1903. It has 175633 total employees. It offers perks and benefits such as Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Disability insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Health insurance and Life insurance. To see all 172 open jobs at Ford Motor Company, click here.

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