Product Development Engineer – Fuel Systems, EVAP Component, BETP Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead overall design, validation, and launch of fuel system EVAP components, potentially including carbon canisters and vapor control valves .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design, validation, and launch of fuel system EVAP components, with a strong focus on performance testing and integration within vehicle platforms. Proficient in data-driven problem-solving and effective communication with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with design requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Design And Release ExperienceProficiency With D&R ToolsFuel System Components KnowledgeStrong Problem-Solving SkillsBachelor Of Engineering

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Hard Skills

Performance TestingData ReleaseChange ManagementVersion ControlDesign ValidationRoot-Cause AnalysisEngineering Milestone SignoffsData-Driven ApproachCanister Performance TestingManufacturing Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

TeamcenterMinitabExcelGlobal 8DDFMEADVP&RPVAPQPWERSGSARS

Certifications & Qualifications

Master Of Engineering

Industry Keywords

EVAP ComponentsFuel SystemCertification TeamsCalibration TeamsPLM EcosystemSupplier EngagementTechnical Club ReviewsDesign RulesDesign GuidesVehicle Platforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead overall design, validation, and launch of fuel system EVAP components, potentially including carbon canisters and vapor control valves
Lead canister performance testing, including BETP, for all EVAP emissions programs
Interface with certification and calibration teams
Manage system engineering and integration into EVAP architecture and vehicle platforms
Manage design rules and design guides for related components
Support technical club reviews to ensure design requirements are met
Support issue resolution through supplier engagement, data collection, root-cause confirmation, and corrective actions
Manage component- and system-level validation testing for implementation-ready and engineering milestone signoffs
Communicate status and issues to senior management and program teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Engineering or a related field
At least 2 years of design and release experience
Understanding and effective use of product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem
Proficiency with D&R tools including Teamcenter, FEDE, Global 8D, DFMEA, DVP&R, PV, and APQP
Proficiency with Minitab and Excel
Ability to look ahead at program deliverables, develop a workplan covering all vehicle platforms, and drive the process inside Ford and with the supply base
Strong problem-solving skills for complex issues using a data-driven approach
Familiarity with fuel system components, materials, and manufacturing processes
Strong organizational skills
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Master of Engineering preferred
Proficiency with WERS and GSARS preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available

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 and 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 vacation time
Sick/personal time
Paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day