Supervisor – Under Hood Components & Modules

Ford Motor Company

. Lead the global core engineering team responsible for climate and/or cooling components, including compressors, heat pump modules, HV heaters, A/C lines, pumps, valves, fans, and sensors .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the global core engineering team responsible for climate and/or cooling components, including compressors, heat pump modules, HV heaters, A/C lines, pumps, valves, fans, and sensors
Author engineering specifications and foundation documents, including DFMEA, DVP, and ESOW, for components across Ford global programs
Create sourcing quote packages and technically assess suppliers for new technology components
Qualify local suppliers for global supplier localization efforts
Lead implementation of new suppliers and technologies using the Ford GTDS process and program management techniques
Create, update, and monitor the modular catalog of parts for vehicle usage
Support WCCA, software reviews, NetCom diagnostics, EMC reviews, and safety-related activities
Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks during new supplier implementation
Review and approve DV and PV plans and develop commodity business plans
Lead component tech clubs and core process development to improve program delivery
Capture lessons learned, prevent recurrence, and develop updated test plans, requirements, and specifications
Troubleshoot component, subsystem, and vehicle issues hands-on
Support resolution of manufacturing issues
Manage thermal system SREA approvals and OK-to-Use tools
Lead resolution of cross-carline warranty issues
Support implementation of cross-carline TVM actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related degree
10 years of automotive industry experience
5+ years of experience with automotive thermal system components/subsystem design or related experience
5+ years of supervisory experience
Experience and/or knowledge of worst case circuit analysis (WCCA), engineering specifications, DFMEA, DVP, SCCAF, software reviews, EMC, NetCom, LIN, and automotive safety
Design and Release experience and vehicle launch experience a plus
Familiarity with supplier plants
Experience collaborating with supply chain to create commodity business plans and develop supply risk mitigation actions
CAE/CFD knowledge/experience a plus
Project Management knowledge, including planning and executing projects, agile methodology, and risk management
Knowledge of materials and manufacturing technologies related to thermal system components
Knowledge of Teamcenter and TcVis Mockup, including moving, aligning, modifying, and freezing components and assemblies
Familiarity with AI tools
Proven ability to participate effectively in and lead cross-functional teams
Ability to work in a non-structured environment where creativity and a start-up mentality are encouraged
Motivation to work in a fast-moving environment
Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues and communicate effectively to management
Demonstrated ability to represent the company and interact with suppliers
Ability to communicate clearly and express new ideas to all levels of management
Demonstrated delivery of results
Ability to balance objectives and resolve conflicts
Demonstrated ability to delegate effectively and follow up
Knowledge of Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong English skills
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 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