Restraints Systems Design & Release Engineer

Lincoln Motor Company; Naucalpan de Juárez; On-site; MXN 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Mexico is seeking an experienced Restraints D&R Engineer to design, release, and validate restraints system components for current and new vehicle programs. You will manage timing, release drawings and specs, and ensure on-time part delivery across programs.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier deliverables, leading engineering discussions, and supporting PPAP activities for mass production while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost/quality targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3+ years of experience as a design and release Engineer for Restraints commodities.
• Knowledge of FMVSS, IIHS and related regulatory requirements.
• Experience with simulation and testing methodologies for restraints and safety systems.
• Strong program management skills and ability to manage multiple assignments with tight timelines.
• Travel to supplier design/testing locations and manufacturing sites in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate, and release Restraints System commodities, subsystems, and components for assigned programs.
• Monitor development of interior trim and interfacing components for Ford vehicles.
• Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets.
• Monitor suppliers and analyze customer feedback through Ford's systems.
• Incorporate new designs and engineering changes at Assembly Plants and lead discussions with suppliers.
• Support suppliers and assembly departments with production quality and manufacturing issues.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Ford Mexico is seeking an experienced Restraints D&R Engineer to design, release, and validate restraints system components for current and new vehicle programs. You will manage timing, release drawings and specs, and ensure on-time part delivery across programs.

Responsibilities include monitoring supplier deliverables, leading engineering discussions, and supporting PPAP activities for mass production while ensuring regulatory compliance and cost/quality targets.