Product Development Mechanical Joining SME

Ford Motor Company

. Author and maintain Design Rules and Engineering Specifications, updating them as required .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical joining technologies and processes, with a strong focus on developing and implementing engineering specifications and quality documents. Proven ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and resolve production issues effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Joining TechnologiesCAD and PLM ToolsDFMEAs and Control PlansProblem-Solving SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringMaterials ScienceChemical EngineeringData AnalysisAdhesives and Sealers

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedCollaborative Team PlayerStrong Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

CATIATeamcenterMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringJoining StandardsQuality DocumentsProduction IssuesVehicle Launches

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Author and maintain Design Rules and Engineering Specifications, updating them as required
Partner with Product Development Structures and Closures teams to develop feasible joint solutions for each program
Coordinate joint feasibility testing with Manufacturing, suppliers, and external test laboratories
Review and approve joint feasibility test results
Serve as the primary SME for mechanical joining within Product Development
Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Research, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and the supply base to develop and implement new mechanical joining processes at Ford
Lead or contribute to resolving production issues with Vehicle Operations, Materials, Supplier Technical Assistance, and Purchasing, including stop-ships, Field Service Actions, warranty concerns, and material shortages
Incorporate lessons learned into quality documents
Author and maintain joining standards and quality documents, including DFMEAs and Control Plans
Develop new joining technologies in support of the Structural Systems team
Assess joint feasibility for future programs, new joint stack-ups, cost improvement actions, and ongoing production issues in partnership with the Mechanical Joining Lab

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related physical science field
5+ years of experience working with mechanical joining technologies
5+ years of experience using CAD and PLM tools, including CATIA and Teamcenter
Self-motivated, with the ability to work effectively with minimal oversight
Collaborative team player with experience delivering assignments within cross-functional teams
Hands-on engineering approach
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Experience launching adhesives and sealers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
Visa sponsorship is not available
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred: Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related physical science field
Preferred: 5+ years of experience writing DFMEAs, SCCAFs, Engineering Specifications, and Design Rules
Preferred: 10+ years of experience as a Joining Engineer or in a similar role
Preferred: Experience supporting multiple automotive vehicle launches

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time