Steering System Design And Release Engineer

Lincoln Motor Company; Naucalpan de Juárez; On-site; MXN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford of Mexico is seeking an experienced mechanical/automotive engineer to lead steering system development for global vehicle programs. You will drive design, validation, and release activities while coordinating with engineering centers, manufacturing plants, and Tier-1 suppliers to deliver advanced chassis solutions.

The role requires 3–7 years in chassis or electro-mechanical automotive engineering, strong CAD skills (CATIA/Siemens NX), and proficiency in APQP/DFMEA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 3–7 years in automotive chassis, electro-mechanical systems or steering development.
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN, DTCs and data acquisition tools.
• Proficiency with CATIA or Siemens NX and Teamcenter PLM.
• Understanding of APQP/PPAP/DFMEA and problem-solving methods.

Responsibilities

• Engineer steering systems for vehicle dynamics and safety across lifecycle.
• Lead design, validation, and release with global centers and suppliers.
• Collaborate with engineering centers, plants and Tier-1 suppliers.
• Deliver best-in-class chassis solutions for current and next-gen programs.

Skills

Automotive product engineering

CAN/LIN networking

3D CAD CATIA

3D CAD Siemens NX

PLM/Teamcenter

APQP/PPAP/DFMEA

8D/5-Why/Ishikawa

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

MATLAB/Simulink

Minitab

Job description

Why Join Ford of Mexico?

Celebrating over 100 years of legacy in Mexico, we are more than just a business we are a vibrant, collaborative community of over 14,000 innovators shaping the global future of transportation. At Ford, we build what matters, grow where it counts, and drive progress with heart. Whether you are collaborating at our state-of-the-art Global Technology and Business Center (GTBC) or manufacturing iconic, award-winning vehicles in our world-class plants, you will find a culture evolving together, built on trust, passion, and shared purpose. Here, your work moves people forward, and your growth is personal. Join us, and let’s build what’s next together.

In this position...

As part of the Chassis Product Development organization, you will engineer robust, innovative, and high-quality steering systems that define vehicle dynamics, precision handling, and driver safety across our global this role, you will serve as the technical authority for steering components and sub-systems throughout their entire lifecycle. You will lead design, validation, and release activities while collaborating with global engineering centers, manufacturing assembly plants, and Tier-1 suppliers to deliver best-in-class chassis solutions for current and next-generation vehicle programs.

You'll have...

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.


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


• Working knowledge of vehicle network protocols (CAN/LIN), vehicle diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and data acquisition tools (., Vector CANoe/CANalyzer).


• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling software (., CATIA, Siemens NX) and Product Lifecycle Management/BOM tools (., Teamcenter).


• Solid understanding of automotive quality core tools (APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, Control Plans) and structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).


• Professional-level English proficiency with strong cross-functional communication and supplier management skills.

Even better, you may have...

• Master’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Automotive Engineering.


• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.


• Experience with modeling, simulation, or scripting tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or Minitab.


• Hands-on experience launching chassis components in high-volume automotive assembly plants.

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.