Chassis Steering Systems Engineer: Design, Validation & Release

Ford México; Naucalpan de Juárez; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford México is seeking a Chassis Product Development engineer to design and release steering system components, defining vehicle dynamics and driver safety across our portfolio. You will serve as the technical authority for steering subsystems through their lifecycle, collaborating with global centers, plants, and Tier-1 suppliers.

The role requires hands-on design, validation, and cross-functional teamwork; you will lead BOM management, change control, and problem solving using 8D, DFMEA, and

Qualifications

• Typically 3 to 7 years of product engineering experience in automotive chassis, electro-mechanical systems, or steering component development.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, packaging, and engineering release of steering system components from initial concept through vehicle launch and production.
• Define and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP&R), durability testing, and functional assessments on bench, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and prototype vehicle levels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams—including software, vehicle dynamics, CAD, and manufacturing to integrate steering controls, calibration, and hardware seamlessly.
• Partner with procurement and Tier-1 suppliers throughout technical sourcing, statement of work reviews, prototype delivery, and tooling sign-off.
• Conduct structured root-cause investigations (using 8D, DFMEA, and Six Sigma methodologies) and analyze CAN bus diagnostic data to prevent and resolve plant and field warranty issues.
• Manage engineering Bills of Materials (BOM) and lead engineering change management processes to maintain build accuracy, quality standards, and program cost targets.

Skills

CAN/LIN knowledge

Vehicle network protocols

Diagnostics tools (Vector CANoe/CANaly

3D CAD (CATIA)

PLM/BOM tools (Teamcenter)

Problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa)

Professional English

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Mechatronics/Automotive Engineering degree

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

CATIA

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Ford México is seeking a Chassis Product Development engineer to design and release steering system components, defining vehicle dynamics and driver safety across our portfolio. You will serve as the technical authority for steering subsystems through their lifecycle, collaborating with global centers, plants, and Tier-1 suppliers.

The role requires hands-on design, validation, and cross-functional teamwork; you will lead BOM management, change control, and problem solving using 8D, DFMEA, and