Vehicle Attributes Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Interface with program engineering teams across Chassis, Body, Powertrain, Electrical, Calibration, VEME, TSE, and other functions .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Vehicle Dynamics and Mechanical Engineering, with a strong focus on vehicle performance evaluation, data acquisition, and analysis. Proven ability to coach and develop engineering teams while managing prototype processes and delivering high-performance vehicle programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Vehicle Dynamics ExpertiseData Acquisition ProficiencyMechanical Engineering DegreeCoaching and Team DevelopmentVehicle Performance Engineering

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Hard Skills

Vehicle DynamicsData AcquisitionVehicle Performance EvaluationSuspension TuningCalibrationADAMS ModelingMatlabCANalyzerCanapeVbox

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Data Analysis Tool SetsInstrumentationCooling SystemsPerformance Test ProceduresRace Track Procedures

Certifications & Qualifications

Tier 4 Rated Driver

Industry Keywords

Vehicle EngineeringPrototype ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationRoot Cause AnalysisPerformance Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Interface with program engineering teams across Chassis, Body, Powertrain, Electrical, Calibration, VEME, TSE, and other functions
Plan, design, develop, and sign off police vehicle requirements and capability
Coach drivers and develop team engineers into Tier 3-capable contributors
Develop and cascade police targets to functional teams
Drive and test vehicles to the limits of performance
Manage the vehicle prototype process from prototype build through issue identification and resolution
Tune suspension, tires, and calibrations to refine handling for high-performance and pursuit conditions
Work with PAB members and EVOC officers to incorporate feedback throughout the process
Deliver vehicle programs that meet requirements from production delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Tier 4 rated driver
Minimum 5 years experience in Vehicle Dynamics
10+ years experience in an engineering role related to vehicle performance
Driving experience at multiple facilities, for multiple test methods, and objective and subjective data
Proficiency with full-vehicle and system data acquisition and analysis tool sets
Proficiency with CAE: ADAMS modeling and Matlab
Proficiency with data acquisition and analysis: CANalyzer, Canape, and Vbox
Proficiency with instrumentation, cooling, calibration, performance test, and race track procedures
Vehicle Engineering experience, including vehicle evaluation, R202, VPAT management, and cross-functional issue root cause and resolution
Experience coaching and collaborating with team members and other engineers
Experience creating new metrics, procedures, and white space features, capabilities, and products
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

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