Door Trim: Body Interior Design & Release Engineer

Ford, Inc; Naucalpan de Juárez; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Mexico seeks an experienced D&R Engineer to lead design, development, validation, and release of Body Interior components for assigned vehicle programs. You will drive master section development, ensure manufacturing efficiency, cost optimization, and quality, while signing off on engineering requirements and design rules.

You will guide ESOW development, participate in sourcing, manage DFMEA, CAD transfers, and support part loading and BOM alignment throughout the program lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required.
• 2+ years of experience in automotive or related field.
• Proficient in English.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of Body Interior systems.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAx processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of production processes.
• Knowledge of ergonomics and craftsmanship.
• Experience with Studio Development and appearance feasibility.
• Strong project management and cross-functional communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, release, and implement Body Interior components.
• Lead development of Master Sections for manufacturing and cost.
• Coordinate DFMEA/8D and PPAP activities with suppliers.
• Support assembly plant parts implementation and issue resolution.
• Sign off on compliance with ES/DR/Engineering Requirements.
• Maintain BOM alignment and support part number loading.

Skills

3D CAD knowledge

CAE studies

Cross-functional communication

Project management

MS Office management

Materials properties knowledge

Production processes knowledge

Craftsmanship and ergonomics

Studio Development processes

Appearance feasibility

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

3D CAD software

CAx tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Ford Mexico seeks an experienced D&R Engineer to lead design, development, validation, and release of Body Interior components for assigned vehicle programs. You will drive master section development, ensure manufacturing efficiency, cost optimization, and quality, while signing off on engineering requirements and design rules.

You will guide ESOW development, participate in sourcing, manage DFMEA, CAD transfers, and support part loading and BOM alignment throughout the program lifecycle.