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　　Development of CAE methodologies (fatigue, strength, dynamics, etc.) and creation of CETPs

　　Improving current CAE methods by correlation and subsequently CETP maintenance to be BIC in the industry for analytical methods

　　Global unification of CAE methodology

　　Development of material models and gathering material data

　　CAE process automation

　　CAE software benchmarking and global implementation of the most efficient tools

　　Collaboration with other related Tech Clubs (f.e. joining) and implementation of new interface technology to current CAE methods and processes

　　Engagement / involvement in body architecture to deliver above implementation ready before UNV0

　　Engagement in PRA and LL topics during the 8D processes to identify and address methodology weaknesses

　　To be the SPOC specialist for any Body Structures Durability/NVH/SDS

　　To present results of investigations to global engineering CAE cluster.

　　To provide training on Body Structures durability/NVH/SDS, macros, techniques, procedures to the global stakeholders.

　　Champions Body Structures Durability/NVH/SDS institutional learning through technical training of standards, assessments, and advanced technologies.

　　Leads and executes the Body Structures Durability/NVH/SDS CAE Technical Club

　　Awareness of issues and recurrence across AIMS, DURIS, Commodity Health Charts, Standards, Lessons Learned and other CAE groups.

　　Supports technical problem solving for significant quality/warranty issues and TVMs.

　　Leads assigned special CAE projects and initiatives

　　Education/ Knowledge

　　Bachelor of Science/ Engineering with a Masters of Science/Engineering

　　Knowledge of classic Finite Element methods

　　Expert on linear/non-linear implicit/explicit analyses

　　Expert on the following software/solvers: Nastran, Femfat, Verity, Vendure, nCode/ Designlife, ANSA/Hypermesh, Optistruct and Hyperstudy.

　　Deep knowledge of Tcl, Python, C++ Deep knowledge of Body structures, mixed metal architecture, castings

　　Deep knowledge of metallic mechanical/material properties

　　Deep understanding of metalforming, casting process, BiW feasibility and tooling.

　　Key Experiences

　　The following skills and experiences are required qualifications for this role:

　　Demonstrated Experience in Body Structures legal requirements, homologation and assessments.

　　Experience on Body Structures Durability/NVH/SDS component/system/vehicle level cross- functional attributes (Safety, Durability, Aerodynamics, water management, NVH, Closures)

　　Experience on body, both unibody and body on frame architectures, frames, sub-frames

　　Expert on Fatigue/Structural/NVH/SDS CAE component modeling, system assembly and full vehicle analysis

　　10 Years of Experience and/or 10 programs performing full system level CAE requirements on BiW.

　　Demonstrated results in leading multi-region or global teams

　　Individual and team coaching and development

　　Demonstrated capability to communicate effectively at all levels

　　Ability to lead resolution of complex, multi-input issues.

　　You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

　　As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

　　• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

　　• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more

　　• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and 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 and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

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　　Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

　　Requisition ID : 23341