• Product Development Engineer

    Ford Motor Company (Dearborn, MI)


    Product Development Engineer

     

    We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

     

    Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

     

    In this position...

     

    This position is for an Internal Combustion Engine Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Engine Systems Engineer on an Engine Powerpack Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for integrating engines into the Ford products across the global manufacturing footprint on forward model applications.

     

    What you'll do...

     

    + Systems Interface with Ford Engine Plant and Vehicle Assembly Plants on design and launch workstreams.

    + Lead / Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues.

    + Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets, drawings, and specifications.

    + Plan, coordinate, execute and analyze verification testing to established targets.

    + Analyze customer feedback on system or component performance and identify improvements (design and process) and implement prevent reoccurrence.

    + Lead / Support TVM cost reduction activities.

    + Travel as necessary to Ford Engine or Assembly Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support.

     

    You'll have...

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or equivalent degree

    + 2+ years of experience with Powertrain engineering

    + 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)

    + 2+ years of experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you have been part of a high performing team

     

    Even better, you may have...

     

    + Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

    + Prior Design and Release experience.

    + Proven delivery of balanced Quality, Cost, Weight and Functional attributes for components / sub-systems.

    + Utilization of Six Sigma tools & problem-solving tools. (8D’s, 3 legged 5 Why’s, etc.)

    + Knowledge of functions and components of an internal combustion engine

    + Knowledge of GD&T / dimensional control, PPAP and APQP principals.

    + Prior experience executing effective quality documentation (i.e. FMEA’s, Control Plans, SCCAF’s, etc.)

    + Knowledge of GD&T / dimensional control, PPAP and APQP principals.

    + Basic knowledge of NVH, Materials, Durability, and Manufacturing processes.

    + Strong interpersonal and communication skills

     

    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, vision and prescription drug coverage

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

    + Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.

     

    For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

     

    This position is a range of salary grades 5-8 .

     

    Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

     

    Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

     

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

     

    This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid** **\#LI-MK1

     

    **Requisition ID** : 52947