Homologation Engineer

Company: Ford Motor Company
Location: Hartford
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow's transportation.
Vehicle homologation is the process of obtaining government approval for a vehicle line to be imported, sold, and/or registered in a market. This involves ensuring that vehicles meet and document compliance to the regulatory standards of a region or market. The Ford North America homologation engineer responsible for planning and coordinating the actions necessary to complete homologation processes for the export markets in which a vehicle line is sold. This is a hybrid position, both onsite and remote. In addition, this is an alternate work schedule (AWS) position that has a work week of 80% - 90% (32 - 36 hours per week, salary pro-rated accordingly; full benefit package).
What You Will Do:

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  Analyze product offerings for export markets and develop vehicle program specific homologation plans.
  
  
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  Ensure that robust homologation test strategies are in place to develop and certify a diverse range of vehicle offerings.
  
  
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  Act as single point of contact to identify and collect homologation documentation and technical data.
  
  
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  Track and report homologation progress.
  
  
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  Identify issues and drive resolution to completion.
  
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
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    Bachelor's of Engineering degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Environmental, etc.
    
    
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    2+ years of experience with FMVSS, EPA, and ECE compliance standards and documentation.
    
    
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    2+ years of experience planning and managing complex programs/projects from initiation to completion.
    
    
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    2+ years of experience analyzing technical data, drawings and engineering requirements.
    
    
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    2+ years of proficiency with data management with the ability to use IT tools to automate processes.
    
    
    Preferred Requirements:
    
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      High level of communication and negotiation skills and the ability to work effectively with global diverse and cross-functional teams.
      
      
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      Self-motivated with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, often with conflicting or competing objectives.
      
      
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      Able to work effectively under time pressure.
      
      
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      Continuous improvement mindset.
      
      
      What you'll receive in return:
      As part of the Ford family, you'll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You'll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.
      Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States permanently. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position , TN holders may be considered.
      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.
      For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit:
      https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2023-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdf
      At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combating COVID-19. As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine.
      Requisition ID : 8524

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