Off-Road Technical Specialist

Ford Motor Company

. Develop robust analytical tools to guide upfront decisions and achieve specific vehicle targets across Ford and Lincoln vehicles .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in full vehicle attribute development and off-road vehicle analysis, with a strong focus on technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in utilizing analytical tools and methodologies to optimize product development and achieve vehicle performance targets.

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Full Vehicle Attribute DevelopmentOff-Road Vehicle ExperienceAnalytical Tools ProficiencyTechnical LeadershipProblem Solving Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Vehicle Signal ProcessingAnalytical SignoffTest Methods DevelopmentKey Performance IndicatorsQuality Tools (FMEA, DOE, 8D, 6-Sigma)

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationTechnical Documentation PreparationAdvisory Leadership

Tools & Technologies

ADAMSCatia/3DXCalibration ToolsFord Approved Test Surfaces

Certifications & Qualifications

Tier 2 Off-Road CertificationTier 3 Off-Road CertificationRecovery Certification

Industry Keywords

Vehicle DevelopmentOff-Road EngineeringContinuous ImprovementTechnical Evidence Book

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop robust analytical tools to guide upfront decisions and achieve specific vehicle targets across Ford and Lincoln vehicles
Lead cross-functional and cross-attribute balance initiatives to optimize trade-offs during product development
Identify technical expert needs for the global Off-Road team
Interact across multiple functional teams, technologies, and product positioning expectations
Update requirements, test methods, and key performance indicators for continuous improvement
Provide technical leadership to peers and programs
Advise management and lead teams in delivering technical objectives
Prepare technical evidence and documentation supporting qualifications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
8+ years of experience with full vehicle attribute development
6+ years of experience in Off-Road
Tier 2 with off-road certification or equivalent
Experience in analytical and physical signoff of off-road vehicles
Experience with ADAMS, Catia/3DX, Calibration Tools, and vehicle signal processing
A Technical Evidence book outlining qualifications is required
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available
Minimum B.S. or academic equivalent in a related technical discipline
Master's degree in Engineering is preferred
3+ years of experience with problem solving methodologies and Quality Tools (FMEA, DOE, 8D, 6-Sigma Tools, Warranty Analysis) is preferred
Tier 3 Off-Road Certification with Recovery Certification is preferred
Experience with Ford approved test surfaces is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
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 and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous vacation time
Sick/personal time
Paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day