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In this position...

Ford Racing is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Powertrain Engineer with a strong background in driveline systems engineering. This pivotal role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in delivering driveline systems from concept to production. This individual should have a strong knowledge of research processes, understand how technology can be fast tracked into production, and understand the fundamentals to deliver a high-quality design from concept to production. We want someone with a passion for high-performance vehicles, and a wide network of connections within the powertrain and driveline engineering communities.

What you'll do...

Lead the conceptual layout and delivery of a new driveline system

Manage program delivery of quality, cost, weight, function and timing from concept through to production

Coordinate and manage outside engineering and design resources

Interface with core technical specialists to ensure delivery of a quality system design

Function as primary technical interface with manufacturing engineering to ensure the system fits with the process and meets commercial needs

Technical management of all interface complexities with neighboring systems

Support vehicle program/platform teams to address functional vehicle performance attributes

Technical leadership for prototype builds

Technical leadership for problem resolution

This position requires a person with significant depth of knowledge in driveline systems engineering. This includes transfer cases, ‘prop’ shafts, planetary gear sets, clutch systems and differentials. We are pushing boundaries and need someone that understands the technical aspects of delivering vehicle driveline systems for the high performance, low volume market.

This requires a team player that can lead others to solve tough issues, leverage core resources, and resolve technical issues with limited oversight.

This person needs to be positioned to immediately pull in significant technical expertise to solve issues and keep the program on track.

Technical oversight of this program will include a strong understanding of program management and project deliverables that align with Ford GPDS deliverables.

You'll have...

**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of seven years of experience in the development of driveline systems, with a strong emphasis on high performance applications.

Automotive Expertise: In-depth knowledge of automotive powertrain systems, current & future.

Project Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion, meeting tight deadlines and budgetary constraints. We are looking for someone that has taken multiple high performance driveline systems from launch to production.

Manufacturing Interface: We need someone with significant plant manufacturing interface experience. We are looking for the right team player that can resolve difficult manufacturing and quality issues quickly.

Team Leadership: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey tough technical issues to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

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: BENEFITS ( https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1)

This position is a range of salary grades **SG5-SG8** .

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-MN1**

**Requisition ID** : 53341