Steering Systems Design & Release Engineer

Ford; Naucalpan de Juárez; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 690,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Mexico seeks an experienced automotive engineer to lead end-to-end steering system design and release, shaping vehicle dynamics and safety across our global portfolio.

You will collaborate with software, vehicle dynamics, CAD, and manufacturing teams, drive DVP&R and testing plans, and work with suppliers to deliver high-quality chassis solutions for current and next-generation programs. Proficiency in CAN/LIN and CATIA/NX is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3–7 years of product engineering experience in automotive chassis or steering components
• Knowledge of CAN/LIN networks and DTCs
• Experience with CATIA or NX and PLM/BOM tools like Teamcenter
• Understanding of automotive quality tools (APQP, PPAP, DFMEA, Control Plans)
• Professional English proficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design, packaging, and engineering release of steering system components
• Define and execute DVP&R, durability testing, and functional assessments at bench, HIL, and prototype 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

DVP&R

Durability testing

CAN/LIN networks

8D problem solving

Quality tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Vector CANoe/CANalyzer

CATIA

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Ford Mexico seeks an experienced automotive engineer to lead end-to-end steering system design and release, shaping vehicle dynamics and safety across our global portfolio.

You will collaborate with software, vehicle dynamics, CAD, and manufacturing teams, drive DVP&R and testing plans, and work with suppliers to deliver high-quality chassis solutions for current and next-generation programs. Proficiency in CAN/LIN and CATIA/NX is preferred.