Product Development Engineer – Hypoid Gear, Differential Assembly

Ford Motor Company

. Develop hypoid gears and differential assemblies for current and future axle applications .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLivonia • 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 hypoid gear and differential assembly design and release, with strong capabilities in mechanical component design, GD&T, and CAD data assessment. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage supplier relationships, and deliver quality actions for automotive applications.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Hypoid Gear DesignDifferential Assembly DesignGD&T Knowledge2D/3D CAD Data AssessmentGear Design Software Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Mechanical Component DesignFailure AnalysisRoot-Cause InvestigationAnalytical TestingDVP Creation and CompletionPPAP ImplementationFMA DocumentationTVM Actions ImplementationWERS ExperienceLaunch Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsLeadershipMotivation

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeKimosGEMSAnSol/CalyxRomaxTeamcenter

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineering Degree

Industry Keywords

Automotive EngineeringDifferential DesignAxle ApplicationsSupplier ManagementCross-Functional Team Leadership

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop hypoid gears and differential assemblies for current and future axle applications
Lead hypoid gear Design and Release activities
Lead differential assembly Design and Release activities, including all components within the assembly
Support Sterling Axle Plant on current-model axle hypoids and differentials
Own ring gear to differential joints, including bolted or laser-welded joints
Own eLocker differentials and components
Create and maintain FMA documents
Create and complete DVPs
Conduct analytical and physical testing, failure analysis and root-cause investigations
Lead component or subsystem team meetings with systems, manufacturing, STA and other component engineers
Lead cross-functional Team of 4 meetings between Product Development and Purchasing to source components
Lead program milestone deliverables for new-program gateway sign-offs
Order and deliver working prototypes for new programs and projects
Complete PPAP and production implementation for new programs or changes to existing parts
Create and maintain significant/critical characteristic documents with suppliers or internal powertrain plants
Manage supplier delivery and Ford milestones through Job #1
Implement TVM actions for current and future model designs
Deliver quality actions for current-model differentials
Support Full Service Suppliers
Review warranty returns, durability vehicles and DVP testing in person at ATNPC or Sterling Axle Plant

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineering degree required
Strong interests in mechanical component and system design
GD&T knowledge and ability to read and update blueprints
Ability to review and assess 2D/3D CAD data, stacks and VSA studies
Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Experience with gear design and analysis software preferred, including Kimos, GEMS, AnSol/Calyx (Hypoid 3D, Hypoid K, Trans 3D), Romax, etc.
Strong engineering and prior Design & Release background preferred
Hypoid and/or straight bevel gear knowledge/experience preferred
WERS experience preferred
Familiarity with Teamcenter preferred
Prior launch experience preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills
Highly motivated, passionate leader
Strong problem-solving skills
Passion to progress state of the art in gear and differential design
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 and 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