EDS LV Design and Release Engineer

Ford-Motor-Company; San Bartolo Naucalpan Centro; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ford México is seeking a Low Voltage EDS Design and Release Engineer to define the wiring harness nervous system for next-generation vehicles, including Mustang. You will lead end-to-end LV harness design, development, validation, and release, collaborating with cross-functional teams across design, manufacturing, and testing.

The role requires strong electrical knowledge, ability to travel to suppliers, and capability to drive design for manufacturability using DFMEA and APQP processes.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline; diploma and license is required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical harness design or electrical distribution.
• Strong English proficiency and willingness to travel to suppliers and facilities.
• Solid understanding of electrical principles and packaging skills for integration.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the design and development of low-voltage wiring harnesses with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Systems Engineering on schematic development and cross-functional teams.
• Define wire sizes, inline connector pinouts, and terminal sizing.
• Apply DFMEA and MSD (manufacturing design) practices to improve efficiency.
• Create and maintain program foundation documents (P-diagrams, DFMEAs).
• Release parts in FEDEBOM and Worldwide Engineering Release Systems; participate in Change Control Meetings.
• Lead EDS design reviews and sign-off wiring harness prints.
• Manage APQP with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery.

Conocimientos

Strong English Proficiency

Electrical principles

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline

Diploma and license is a MUST

Herramientas

CATIA V5

3DX

PLM platforms

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

As a Low Voltage (LV) EDS Design and Release (D&R) Engineer, you will be at the forefront of defining the 'nervous system' for our next-generation icon vehicle “Mustang”, contributing to world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles. You will play a critical role in the end-to-end design, development, validation, and release of low-voltage wiring harnesses, ensuring the reliable connectivity and optimal performance of critical vehicle systems.

• Lead the design and development of low-voltage wiring harnesses, collaborating closely with FSS (Full-service supplier), ensuring compliance with quality, program targets for cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing.
• 4 Days On Site In GTBC Ford México (Naucalpan, México)
• Collaborate closely with Systems Engineeringon logical and physical schematic development, and with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, testing) to ensure designs meet technical specifications and production feasibility.
• Define and support wire size/type selection, as well as inline connector pinouts and terminal sizing, based on requirements and design rules.
• Utilize best design efficiencies for manufacturing, assembly, and failure mode avoidance (Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis - DFMEA/Special Characteristics Communication and Agreement Form) practices, optimizing process efficiency.
• Create and maintain program-specific foundation documents, including Boundary Diagrams, Quality History, P-diagrams, and DFMEAs.
• Manage harness family complexity using Program Direction Letter to drive commonality of designs across multiple programs and platforms.
• Develop and maintain installation illustrationsto facilitate assembly.
• Release parts in FEDEBOM and Worldwide Engineering Release Systemsthroughout the product life cycle and actively participate in Change Control Meetings.
• Complete Technical Design Reviews (TDR’s)with Technical Specialists, and lead electrical EDS compatibility reviews, as well as the sign-off of wiring harness prints.
• Lead sign-off of EDS Design requirements and Design rule checks.
• Manage the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)for components and harnesses with STA (Supplier Technical Assistance) Partners and ensure on-time part delivery from suppliers.
• Participate in vehicle buildsand lead resolution of issues (AIMS) that arise during the digital and build phases of Product Development.
• Review pre-production vehiclesfor potential campaign items and assess warranty impact.
• Lead resolution of warranty (GLOBAL SYSTEM for ANALYTICs and REPORTING) issuesin collaboration with the PVT (Product Validation Team) and the Supplier.
• Lead EDS cost analysis/estimatesand support corresponding reviews.
• Drive 3D wire routing and package CAD layout activity, utilizing advanced CAD software (CATIA V5) to create 3D models.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field). (Diploma and license is a MUST)

Experience:

Proven minimum 2 year of experience in electrical harness design and developmentor electrical distribution systems, preferably within the automotive industry.

• Strong English Proficiency (written, read, and oral).
• Ability to travelto suppliers or assembly facilities to support APQP and build events.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles (connectors, wiring, low-voltage systems) and mechanical design skills for packaging and structural integration.
• Demonstrated ability in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skillsand ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, curious, and a strong willingness to learnin a dynamic technical environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Design Capable in 3Dvia CATIA V5 or 3DX.
• Functional knowledge of vehicle electrical systemsor vehicle wiring systems.
• Working knowledge of the vehicle development process (GPDS), change control process (WERS), and vehicle launch experience.
• Proficiency in PLM platformsand document management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio).

Ford of Mexico is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or disability status.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.