Product Development Engineer-Engine Systems Design

Job Description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

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 a CPMT/Systems Leader role on; Fords 7.3L Godzilla engine program. The specific areas / sub-systems of responsibility would be within the base engine / long block and would be defined at the point of employment and joining the base engine team based on the successful candidate’s skill set and experience couple with the skill set of the existing team. Examples of the ‘base engine’ / long block sub-systems are; Cyl Block, heads, PCV, EGR, Sealing, Covers, Valvetrain, VCT’s, Cam Drive, Piston and Rod, Rotating system, Oil pump & Lubrication, Engine bearings, Etc. Example of ‘Systems’ role would include interface to Truck Program Teams and coordination of the component interactions internal and external.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

Design, develop, and release components
Lead/Support resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues as they arise
Lead new/forward model product development of the base engine sub system for new engine platforms
Create, complete, and approve supplier and Ford engine DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
Lead Sub System CPMT activities.
Support all program meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, change control, etc.).
Lead drawing release and changes.
Interface with Calibration, mating components, Purchasing, suppliers, and mfg/assembly plants.
Prototype Build coordination: load forward model part numbers into system and ensure fit and function.
Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support programs and resolve quality issues, included travel both domestic and international when required.
WERS (Worldwide engineering release system) coordination; alerts, concerns and notice processing.
Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, PPAP & PSW’s, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.
Establish and document engine attributes for successful vehicle integration and confirming hardware unit program milestone achievement.
Manage the vehicle interface communication and integration delivery of the ‘Engine-as-Shipped’ and ‘Engine-as-Installed’ part releases.
Coordinate overall engine & powerpack quality metric achievement.


Qualifications

You'll have...

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field
Min of 3+ years in Engineering, Powertrain or Automotive
Design and Release Experience
Six Sigma experience
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Strong leadership ability, able to interact effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders


Even better, you may have...

Technical expertise/experience with Gasoline internal combustion engines, specifically base engine design and release
Experience in powertrain integration, systems engineering, vehicle testing
Green Belt certification (or black belt)
Base engine testing
1D & 3D simulation methodologies – Both and Static and Dynamic
Base engine Sub-system design & development


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 salary grade 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$166,200.,

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

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

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.

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