Hardware Integration Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead Systems-level sign-off for the assigned SET Zone .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering Fundamentals and Design Thinking, with a strong focus on cost reduction, system optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a dynamic environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringSystems Engineering FundamentalsProduct Engineering Design ExperienceProgram Management ExperienceCost Process Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringDesign ThinkingCost ReductionSystem OptimizationMetrics ManagementProblem-SolvingProduction Launch ExperienceCross-Functional CollaborationTechnical CapabilityChange Management

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDelegation SkillsRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree In Systems Engineering

Industry Keywords

SET ZoneVehicle Hardware EngineeringFunctional Led Cost/Appearance Delivery ProcessDynamic EnvironmentTeam-Oriented Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Systems-level sign-off for the assigned SET Zone
Collaborate with team members and external partners on packaging, weight, cost, labor, timing, and integration
Support functional sign-off and compatibility reviews to deliver program milestones on time with completed metrics
Drive cross-functional issue resolution and support escalation when needed
Manage total cost, content, attributes, and metrics
Identify optimization and part-reduction opportunities
Drive cost reduction, weight minimization, and quality improvements
Lead overall system optimization
Coordinate with Core Teams on system optimization opportunities and manage change
Drive SET adherence to Systems Engineering Operating Principles
Champion trade-off decisions within the Vehicle Hardware Engineering function

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
Knowledge of Systems Engineering Fundamentals and Design Thinking
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to deliver results
Organizational and delegation skills with proper follow-up
Ability to manage multiple issues effectively and efficiently
Ability to prioritize workload while managing immediate and future needs
Ability to build strong relationships with cross-functional teams
Strong technical capability and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English speaking and writing
Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering or Engineering preferred
5+ years’ experience in a product engineering design environment
Demonstrated production launch experience
Demonstrated experience with program management
Strong fundamentals and working knowledge of the Cost Process and Functional Led Cost/Appearance Delivery Process
Effective coaching skills
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time