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A senior technical leadership role responsible for technical content, strategy & processes. In this role, you will serve as the Senior manager for Closures Systems ensuring robust design & delivery of components & systems. The Global Manager will lead all technical & business plan aspects of Global Closures Systems strategy, including product & technology development, supplier development & selection, product verification & production validation, engineering sign-off, launch, ongoing product support & quality assurance of products in the field. In addition, the Closures Systems Senior Manager will lead professional development of global Closures Systems team members, attract high caliber talent, oversee budgeting & resource allocation, support new technology development & lead implementation, guide development of Closure Systems standardized tools, methods & execution.
ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...
Act as the business owner with end-to-end responsibility for Closures Systems
Lead & ensure successful delivery of all engineering KPIs including Quality, Cost, Weight & Functional Performance (QCWF)
Create a compelling vision for the organization. Lead identification & communication of department technical strategies, objectives, mission & values
Lead & drive engineering excellence delivery & ensure robust root-cause identification & resolution using problem solving tools such as 3LX5W & 8Ds
Act as technical architect/leader for Closures Systems on a global scale
Own the design review process & lead design reviews based on Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA). Develop a strong cross-function working relationships with Program Vehicle Management, Studio, Body CAD, CAE, Software & Controls, EDS, vehicle engineering & Manufacturing Engineering to deliver robust production feasible designs
Ensure adherence to FMA, DVP&R, Quality History & Prevent Recurrence
Analyze designs during the development process & address any potential failures & error states
Interface with all levels of management & outside activities on Closures Systems matters
Act as technical resource & provide technical support to cross-functional & global teams
Recommend, develop & verify applications for new & advanced Closures Systems designs & technologies
Ensure benchmarking & technology development mechanisms are in place & that the implementation strategy supports the business goals
Monitor & investigate new Closures Systems technologies to maintain company position as industry leader in this field
Guide & oversee training, mentoring & provide consulting to department engineers, supervisors & other interfacing functions
Support Campaign Prevent activities & zero mindset FSA mentality
Support CCRG for all Closure Systems matters
Guide development of Closures Systems tools, methods & processes
Lead development & ongoing maintenance/update of commodity specific standards, specifications & verification methods
Lead development & deployment of all commodity foundation documents including DFMEAs, SCCAFs, Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, DVP&R & integration manuals
Intimately know the suppliers & lead supplier selection & development with cross-functional teams
Construct & develop simple and complex business cases for various designs & commercial negotiations
Ability to share & present work to cross-functional teams & executive leadership
You'll have...
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field
- 10 years of experience in Closures Systems & BIW design & release with increasing levels of project & team management
- Demonstrated deep technical understanding & significant expertise & experience in Closures, BIW, stampings, closures kinematics & mechanisms, CAE, testing, quality & production launch
- 3-5 years minimum managing an engineering department with proven track record & delivery of results
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Strong leadership behaviors with good collaborative decision making skills
- Ability to build strong working relationships with all stakeholders including program teams, purchasing, manufacturing, STA & suppliers.
Even better you may have...
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 10-15 years of experience in BIW & Closures Systems
- An aptitude for developing people & processes
- Strong understanding of statistical analysis
- 3DX/CATIA V5 capable
- Extensive experience & strong TMM working on safety critical systems & components
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, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.
This position is a leadership level 4.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.
For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL4Benefits
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- At least 10 years of experience in closure systems and BIW design and release, with increasing project and team management responsibility
- Deep technical expertise in closures, BIW, stampings, closure kinematics and mechanisms, CAE, testing, quality, and production launch
- At least 3-5 years managing an engineering department with a proven record of delivering results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership and collaborative decision-making skills
- Ability to build strong relationships with program teams, purchasing, manufacturing, STA, and suppliers
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering
- 10-15 years of experience in BIW and closure systems
- Aptitude for developing people and processes
- Strong understanding of statistical analysis
- Experience with 3DX and CATIA V5
- Extensive experience working on safety-critical systems and components
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one with options that include zero-premium plans, free mental health support, and wellness resources. For represented hourly employees, health plans are described as low-cost with strong coverage value.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions is available from day one, alongside life and disability coverage. Pension eligibility in certain situations and financial-planning support reinforce long‑term security.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp‑up program for returning parents, reflect a family‑focused package. Flexible Family Care days and generous time‑off options help address short‑term caregiving and personal needs.
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