Powertrain Driveline Design & Release Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead the conceptual layout and delivery of a new driveline system .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeAllen Park • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing high-performance driveline systems, with a strong focus on managing complex projects from concept through production while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness. Possesses strong technical leadership and communication skills to interface effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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Driveline System DevelopmentAutomotive Powertrain SystemsProject ManagementTechnical LeadershipManufacturing Interface Experience

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringHigh-Performance ApplicationsQuality Issue ResolutionPrototype BuildsSystem Design

Soft Skills

LeadershipInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaborative ApproachProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

AutomotiveDriveline SystemsManufacturingFord GPDSVehicle Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the conceptual layout and delivery of a new driveline system
Manage program delivery of quality, cost, weight, function and timing from concept through production
Coordinate and manage outside engineering and design resources
Interface with core technical specialists to ensure delivery of a quality system design
Serve as primary technical interface with manufacturing engineering to ensure the system fits the process and meets commercial needs
Manage interface complexities with neighboring systems
Support vehicle program/platform teams in addressing functional vehicle performance attributes
Provide technical leadership for problem resolution
Provide technical leadership for prototype builds
Provide technical oversight aligned with Ford GPDS deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
At least seven years of experience developing driveline systems, with a strong emphasis on high-performance applications
In-depth knowledge of current and future automotive powertrain systems
Significant plant-manufacturing interface experience
Ability to resolve complex manufacturing and quality issues
Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from conception through launch and production while meeting deadlines and budget constraints
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
Experience taking multiple high-performance driveline systems from launch through production is preferred
Collaborative, team-oriented approach to resolving challenging manufacturing and quality issues is preferred
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
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