Racing PVT Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Manage the quality of the F-150 Raptor and Raptor R to meet customer requirements with Dearborn Truck Plant team members, Ford Racing Engineers, and supplier partners .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,600 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Program Management, Quality Assurance, and Vehicle Evaluation, with a strong focus on data-driven problem-solving and team leadership. Capable of interfacing with various stakeholders to resolve manufacturing and design issues effectively.

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Program ManagementQuality AssuranceData-Driven Problem SolvingLeadership SkillsVehicle Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Quality ManagementClaims AnalysisManufacturing EngineeringData AnalysisProcess ImprovementVehicle TestingQuality AuditsChange VerificationJIRA ReportingWERS Management

Soft Skills

Self-MotivationCommunication SkillsTeam LeadershipAccountabilityInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Analytical Warranty System (AWS)Early Claims Binning (ECB)IRIS/SIMPSNGQRSFCPAVRT/VFG Meetings

Industry Keywords

Ford RacingF-150 RaptorDearborn Truck PlantProgram ManagementQuality ControlSupplier QualityAssembly PlantProduct LaunchVO/LaunchPVT

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyAWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the quality of the F-150 Raptor and Raptor R to meet customer requirements with Dearborn Truck Plant team members, Ford Racing Engineers, and supplier partners
Use data-driven methods to solve issues and deliver high-quality vehicles
Lead daily claims reports for Ford Racing and the vehicle assembly plant
Lead weekly Quality PAT forums and manage R/1000 and CPU reports
Support daily assembly plant PIC room, Whiteboard, and FCPA reviews
Support GQRS and warranty claims binning, including interfacing with dealership technicians
Lead Analytical Warranty System (AWS) and Early Claims Binning (ECB) claims analysis
Manage IRIS/SIMPSN tickets and update system status
Support VRT/VFG meetings and quality reviews
Troubleshoot vehicles that fail in-plant testing
Resolve plant and supplier quality issues with STA / Assembly Plant Incoming Quality
Liaise for the Program Management Team with Product Specialist and plant personnel
Drive closure of Fresh Eyes campaign-prevention issues
Drive resolution of design, supplier, and manufacturing issues; support working-level meetings and JIRA reporting
Manage WERS concerns and alerts and support assembly trials for change verification
Prioritize critical-path changes with Plant Quality Team and PVT
Interface with Industrial, Process, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to resolve manufacturing versus design issues
Review and manage daily audits after Mod Center Inspection

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
3-5 years combined experience in Program Management, VO/Launch, PVT, or Quality
Strong leadership skills with ability to drive a team to resolution with work plans and accountability
High degree of self-motivation and willingness to commit extra effort to get the job done
Comfortable speaking and working with Chief / Director level management
Comfortable speaking and working with Plant Line Operators through Area Managers to understand and resolve issues
Previous rotations in Ford assembly plants
Experience in vehicle evaluation, program management, product launch, or quality roles
Passion for Raptor and Ford Racing products
Ability to work at Dearborn Truck Plant (DTP)
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Master's degree preferred

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