Job description 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? As part of our design team, you’ll help build the world‑class, state‑of‑the‑art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love. In this position the low voltage (lv) eds design and release (d&r) engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and release of the wiring harnesses under their responsibility. Responsibilities design wiring harnesses complying with program cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets. Lead 3d wire routing and package cad layout activity. Interface with systems engineering on logical and physical schematic development. Definition and support of wire size/type selection based on requirements and design rules. Utilize best design efficiencies for manufacturing, assembly, and failure‑mode avoidance practices. Issue resolution in digital and build phases of product development. Create and maintain program‑specific foundation documents (boundary diagrams, quality history, p‑diagram, dfmea, etc.). Create and maintain harness family complexity. Drive commonality of designs across multiple programs and platforms. Develop and maintain installation illustrations. Release parts in fedebom and wers through the product life cycle. Support the change control meeting. Complete technical design reviews (tdr’s) with technical specialists. Manage component and harness apqp with sta partners and on‑time part delivery. Review pre‑production vehicles for potential campaign items and assess warranty impact. Participate in vehicle builds and lead resolution of issues (aims). Lead resolution of warranty (gsar) issues with pvt and supplier. Lead eds cost analysis/estimates and support reviews. Define harness‑to‑harness in‑line connector pinouts and terminal sizing. Lead electrical eds compatibility reviews and sign‑off wire harness prints. Lead sign‑off of eds design requirements and design rule checks. Qualifications engineering degree (electrical) or related disciplines. 3‑5 years of experience in design, development, validation, and release of the wiring harnesses under responsibility. Strong english proficiency (written, read, and oral). Proficiency in 3d design via catia v5 or 3dx. Ability to travel to suppliers or assembly facilities to support apqp and build events. Low voltage wiring experience. Even better, if you have… functional knowledge of vehicle electrical system or functional knowledge of vehicle wiring system. Working knowledge of vehicle development process (gpds), change control process (wers), and vehicle launch experience. Microsoft office usage (excel, word, powerpoint, and visio). Disclaimer ford motor company is an equal opportunity employer, as we are committed with a diverse workforce, and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran and basis of disability. About us 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. About the team ford product development is utilizing design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that will delight our customers. Our employees are laser‑focused on bringing innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. From autonomy and electrification, to smart mobility technologies, our product development teams around the world are working together with excitement to make smart vehicles for a smart world. J-18808-ljbffr