Key Roles and Responsibilities of Position

 

Oversee the development of advanced technologies to support the corporate initiatives for efficient, low cost, weight optimized Body systems that supports the delivery of design appearance and safety leadership within the industry for Ford China. Develop the technical knowledge base of engineers and provide them with the necessary tools to be both effective and efficient in the development of Body systems. Supervise the design & release of Body components & systems. Lead interface with attribute teams (Craftsmanship, DI, CAE, VOME, Service, NVH, Vehicle Dynamics, Studio) to meet program system & vehicle attribute targets. Oversee to ensure compatibility with other vehicle systems, including electrical systems, chassis & powertrain. Support selection of suppliers, development of program work plans, and completion of gateway deliverables to maintain program timing through GPDS (Global Product Development System) disciplines. Be the champion of TO4 to ensure design delivered on time, at cost and weight target, and following Ford global GPDS process. Lead delivery of TVM (Team Value Management) projects to achieve yearly TVM targets for Body engineering. Set up and revise China module strategy. Cooperate with Global team to deliver Global programs.