Automotive Safety Engineer

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In this position...

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Safety Engineer specializing in FMVSS 201U compliance to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring our vehicles meet and exceed federal safety regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity for hands-on interaction in both office and lab environments, contributing to product development and safety testing initiatives.

 

What you'll do...

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies for achieving FMVSS 201U compliance.
• Conduct in-depth benchmarking studies to evaluate industry best practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Design and execute comprehensive testing protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
• Analyze test data and provide technical insights to support product development efforts.
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, including test plans, reports, and compliance records.
• Participate in design reviews and risk assessments to ensure safety requirements are integrated throughout the product lifecycle.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulatory updates related to automotive safety standards.

You'll have...

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automotive engineering
• Strong understanding of occupant protection systems, crashworthiness principles, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a track record of troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously, while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
• Experience working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of interior trim materials, vehicle systems, and their interactions, particularly in the context of occupant protection
• Familiarity with federal and global safety standards
• Proven experience working with testing facilities and processes, including test plan development, execution, and data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical support to application teams globally, resolving complex issues and ensuring compliance with safety standards

Even better, you may have...

• Master's Degree
• 5+ years of experience in automotive engineering
• Experience and/or understanding of FMVSS 201U Compliance

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 child care 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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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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