Chassis Systems Engineer – Race-Ready Vehicle Dynamics

Ford Motor Company; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Vehicle discount program for employees

Tuition assistance

Paid time off for community service

Flexible family care days

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Chassis Systems Engineer to integrate chassis components into a vehicle-level system and deliver Ford Racing performance targets. You will partner with D&R, Vehicle Engineering, and cross-functional teams to establish kinematic targets, maintain health charts, and support development milestones.

You’ll lead as the single point of contact for suspension hardpoints and the ADAMS CAE model, drive durability testing, and ensure data aligns with program

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Experience with ADAMS vehicle dynamics CAE modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of chassis systems and how they interface with other vehicle systems.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of contact for suspension hardpoints and the vehicle ADAMS CAE model.
• Assess Chassis Systems health chart metrics at each milestone and close gaps with component engineers.
• Coordinate durability vehicle preparation and testing, ensuring part pedigree matches the CAE model.
• Lead problem-solving for chassis component issues with test data and engineering recommendations.
• Support testing, prototype builds, launch builds, and ongoing production of Ford Racing vehicles at plants and test facilities.
• Set targets for vehicle ride height and alignment; evaluate status at builds.
• Cascade travel and check load requirements to shock and spring suppliers.
• Interface daily with a global team to ensure compliance and drive critical decisions.
• Support vehicle development and supplier reviews, including travel as required.

Skills

Chassis systems expertise

Vehicle dynamics understanding

Communication skills

CAD tools CATIA

ADAMS CAE modeling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CATIA

GPDS

WERS

FEDEBOM

FEDE

Teamcenter

3DX

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Chassis Systems Engineer to integrate chassis components into a vehicle-level system and deliver Ford Racing performance targets. You will partner with D&R, Vehicle Engineering, and cross-functional teams to establish kinematic targets, maintain health charts, and support development milestones.

You’ll lead as the single point of contact for suspension hardpoints and the ADAMS CAE model, drive durability testing, and ensure data aligns with program