Your Job
Are you an experienced engineer passionate about automotive innovation and skilled in planning, scheduling, and risk mitigation? Molex, a global leader in interconnect solutions, is seeking a Resident Engineer to work at Ford's Dearborn location for a minimum of 3 days a week.
In this role, you'll support the development of next-generation connected mobility solutions and high-speed automotive connectors-from concept to release-ensuring signal integrity, mechanical compliance, and manufacturability. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, use advanced CAD tools, apply root-cause analysis, and lead technical reviews to solve complex challenges and drive continuous improvement.
Join us to shape the future of vehicle connectivity and advance your career with a global innovator.
What You Will Do
Act as the primary technical liaison between Ford and Molex for connected mobility and high-speed cable assembly projects.
Collaborate with design and development teams using CAD tools (e.g., Catia, NX) to ensure signal integrity, mechanical compliance, and manufacturability.
Lead project planning, track tasks, mitigate risks, and drive on-time delivery of product development milestones.
Facilitate cross-functional reviews and coordinate with electrical, integration, manufacturing, and quality teams to align requirements.
Diagnose and resolve technical issues through root-cause analysis, GIMs management, and corrective actions.
Maintain detailed engineering documentation in Teamcenter, including CAD models, DFMEA, DVP&R, and change requests.
Work with internal and external suppliers to evaluate technical capabilities and ensure quality and delivery standards.
Drive continuous improvement and customer issue resolution using TQM and Six Sigma methodologies while adhering to Molex's management systems.
Establish and maintain a strong customer network to explore both growth and new market opportunities across the Molex product lines
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Hands-on experience in automotive Connected Mobility, including cable and connector design, routing, and vehicle integration.
Proven track record working directly with OEMs (Ford experience a plus).
Advanced proficiency in CAD tools (Catia, NX, MathCAD) and product data management systems such as Teamcenter.
Strong computer skills including Ford-specific platforms (WERS, VPP, Teamcenter), spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office.
Experienced in authoring and maintaining engineering documentation such as DFMEA, DVP&R, design change requests, release packages, and deviation approvals.
Skilled in using GIMs (Global Issue Management system) for issue tracking, root-cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions to resolve technical challenges.
What Will Put You Ahead
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or related Engineering discipline with experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA)
Problem-solving skills using systematic methodologies such as 8D, fishbone, and cause-effect analysis
Familiarity with Ford design guidelines for connected mobility modules, including cable routing, packaging, clearance, and serviceability
Working knowledge of Total Quality Management (TQM), Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred), ISO standards, and Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements
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Our Benefits
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