Responsibilities:
Complete Seat Design and Development:?
?Design and develop the complete seat products, including seat plastics, seat foam, headrests & AR and also other function features(heat, vent, lumbar, calf rest, cushion extension, massage etc,.).?
?Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.?
?Collaborate with Studio for seat surface developments, surface feasibility check.
??Collaborate with Quality team for seats warranty issues solving and solutions, conduct design verifications and PTR trail, WERS release.
?Develop and manage DFMEA with Quality & Core Engineer & suppliers.
?Develop and manage component/system DVP&R with Core Engineering & suppliers.
?Develop plans to meet quality objectives and validate robustness and durability of the designs.
?Ensure design and all Engineering specifications are understood by supplier
?Ensure all Ford engineering and quality requirements are met thru design and verification.
?Transfer and convert CAD data from/to suppliers as required.
?Oversee prototype build and testing, review results and prepare report.
?Oversee component/system level design verification and production validation.
?Interface with Ford NA, Australia, Europe and China team for product launch.
?Perform package and stack-up studies at both component and subsystem levels.
?Participate in root cause analysis and problem resolution as issues occur.
?Support all APQP activities including PPAP.
Collaboration and Project Management:?
?Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program, studio, DI, Quality, VE and suppliers, to ensure seamless integration of complete seats developments.?
?Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure timely delivery of projects.?
?Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to address technical queries and ensure project success.?
