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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!

Are you a seasoned leader passionate about powertrain performance and innovation? Ford Motor Company is seeking a dynamic and experienced VPSE Commodity Calibration Manager to lead our global team in developing and releasing cutting-edge powertrain calibrations for ICE and HEV applications. In this critical leadership role, you will be instrumental in ensuring our vehicles meet stringent targets for emissions, performance, and fuel economy, while fostering strong cross-functional collaboration and driving continuous quality improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional leadership and technical skills, and are dedicated to shaping the future of mobility, we invite you to join our team.

In this position...

+ Calibration Development and Release: Leading department to develop, sign off, and release powertrain calibrations for ICE & HEV applications, ensuring they meet targets for emissions, performance, and fuel economy.

+ Cross-functional Collaboration: Working closely with various engineering teams, including engine, transmission, vehicle, climate control, NVH, and aftertreatment systems, to integrate calibration efforts and deliver desired attributes, drivability, and emissions compliance.

+ Budget and Resource Management: Establishing vehicle and headcount requirements, and managing the department's budget, including travel, to align with program and engineering financial constraints.

What you'll do...

+ Quality Assurance and Improvement: Overseeing department quality through regular reviews, implementing Six Sigma projects for continuous improvement, and leading the resolution of launch issues related to quality, durability, and plant incidents.

+ Program Reporting and Issue Resolution: Reporting program status, supporting updates, and conducting design review meetings to address cross-functional engineering challenges.

+ Team Leadership and Development: Leading improvement initiatives to remove workplace obstacles and boost morale, conducting performance reviews, coaching personnel, and participating in staffing efforts through interviews to meet departmental needs.

You'll have...

+ Bachelor of Science (BS) in Engineering.

+ 5+ years of experience in Powertrain (P/T) Calibration.

+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues across multiple programs effectively and efficiently.

+ Outstanding leadership skills with a proven track record of guiding teams.

+ Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a challenging environment.

+ Effective coaching and mentoring skills.

Even better, you may have...

+ Master of Science (MS) or Master of Business Administration (MBA).

+ 10+ years of Powertrain Engineering Experience.

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.

This position is a leadership level 5.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL5SP1

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.

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**Requisition ID** : 54169