Product Development Engineer – Systems Engineering

Ford Motor Company

. Integrate internal combustion engines into Ford products across the global manufacturing footprint for forward model applications .

Posted 11/6/2026full-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 Powertrain Engineering, integrating internal combustion engines into automotive products while ensuring compliance with quality, cost, and functional requirements. Proficient in utilizing engineering principles and tools to drive design improvements and resolve manufacturing issues.

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Powertrain EngineeringDesign And Release ExperienceSix Sigma MethodologiesGD&T/Dimensional ControlQuality Documentation Execution

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringAutomotive EngineeringInternal Combustion Engine KnowledgeVerification TestingMass Attribute AnalysisFMEA ExecutionControl PlansPPAP Principles8D Problem Solving3-Legged 5 Why's

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingAnalytical ThinkingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteCAD Software

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ProcessesQuality AssuranceCost Reduction ActivitiesSupplier Data IntegrationDynamic Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Integrate internal combustion engines into Ford products across the global manufacturing footprint for forward model applications
Interface with Ford Engine Plants and Vehicle Assembly Plants on design and launch workstreams
Lead or support resolution of design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues
Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets, drawings, and specifications
Plan, coordinate, execute, and analyze verification testing against established targets
Analyze customer feedback on system or component performance and identify and implement design and process improvements
Implement actions to prevent recurrence of issues
Lead or support TVM cost reduction activities
Travel as necessary to Ford Engine or Assembly Plants/facilities and supplier/sub-supplier sites for issue resolution and build support
Manage product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis
Facilitate supplier data integration and develop CAD studies to support design improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, electrical engineering or equivalent degree
2+ years of experience with Powertrain engineering
2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
2+ years of experience working cross-functionally in a dynamic environment
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent preferred
Prior Design and Release experience preferred
Proven delivery of balanced Quality, Cost, Weight and Functional attributes for components/sub-systems preferred
Utilization of Six Sigma and problem-solving tools, including 8D’s and 3-legged 5 Why’s, preferred
Knowledge of functions and components of an internal combustion engine preferred
Knowledge of GD&T/dimensional control, PPAP and APQP principles preferred
Prior experience executing quality documentation such as FMEA’s, Control Plans, and SCCAF’s preferred
Basic knowledge of NVH, Materials, Durability, and Manufacturing processes preferred
Legally authorized to work in the United States
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
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