Racing Instrument Panel Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Lead the design, release, and delivery of components and systems across multiple interior commodities for Ford Racing on an upcoming new model program .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeAllen Park • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Body Interior Instrument Panel Design and Release, with a strong focus on managing Quality, Cost, Weight, Function, and Timing (QCWFT) to meet program milestones. Proficient in utilizing CAD tools and leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for high-performance vehicles.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Body Interior Instrument Panel Design & ReleaseCAD ProficiencyProgram Delivery Processes / GPDS3DX, Teamcenter, CATIAExperience Leading Full-Service Suppliers

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Hard Skills

Body Interior Instrument Panel DesignProgram Delivery ProcessesCAD ToolsDFMEAFEDEFEDEBOMWERSFabrication SkillsAnalytical Tools IntegrationDesign Change Management

Soft Skills

Collaborative Relationship ManagementProblem-SolvingInnovative Thinking

Tools & Technologies

3DXTeamcenterVis MockupCATIA

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Ford RacingHigh-Performance VehiclesRegulatory RequirementsLaunch Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, release, and delivery of components and systems across multiple interior commodities for Ford Racing on an upcoming new model program
Manage Quality, Cost, Weight, Function and Timing (QCWFT) to support program and engineering GPDS milestones
Lead Full-Service Suppliers and/or other internal/external resources to deliver the program
Manage design and color/material studio interfaces to deliver to customer expectations
Assure conformance to Ford Racing DNA and applicable Ford and regulatory requirements
Develop innovative solutions for high-performance vehicles and enthusiast customers
Support issue resolution and design change management during prototype and launch builds
Maintain collaborative relationships with the Core Body Interior Engineering Organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors of Science in Engineering required
5-8+ years of experience in Body Interior Instrument Panel (IP) Design & Release, including delivery of 1 completed program
3-5+ years of experience using CAD or other visualization tools
Understanding of program delivery processes / GPDS
Working knowledge of 3DX, Teamcenter, Vis Mockup, CATIA, DFMEA, FEDE, FEDEBOM, WERS
Fabrication/mockup skills to demonstrate proof of concept
Ability to connect analytical tools with physical hardware and vehicle performance
Passion for performance vehicles
Launch experience preferred
Master's degree in Engineering or a related field preferred
Experience delivering multiple interior commodities on a single program preferred
Experience leading Full-Service Suppliers or other external engineering partners 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
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 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 schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time