Campaign Prevent Specialist – Critical Concerns

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly analytical, collaborative, and detail-oriented engineer to coordinate Internal ICE Powertrain - Thermal Systems (IPTSE) interface with Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG), and the Emission/Environmental Problem Review Committee (EPRC). In this critical role, you will ensure the correct IPTSE team is assigned to support the Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG), and the Emission/Environmental Problem Review Committee (EPRC). You will provide problem solving support into potential vehicle safety, compliance, and emissions-related issues. Your engineering expertise, data-driven root cause analyses, and cross-functional leadership will directly influence decisions regarding Stop Ships, Field Service Actions (FSAs), and product recalls. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, regulatory policy, and corporate governance, protecting both our customers and Ford’s brand reputation.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, Systems, Environmental, or a related engineering discipline).
• 10+ years of experience in automotive product development, quality engineering, systems engineering, or regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of vehicle systems (powertrain, electrical, chassis, software, or emissions control systems).
• Demonstrated experience in automotive root-cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 8D, Shainin, Six Sigma, Fishbone, Fault Tree Analysis).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to distill complex technical data into clear, concise presentations for executive leadership and regulatory review boards.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage IPTSE GRID Database: Maintain list of IPTSE GRID items ensuring IPTSE team is assigned to support
• Technical Investigation & Root Cause Analysis: For select projects lead and coordinate technical investigations into potentially critical safety defects, FMVSS non-compliance, and emission/environmental regulatory concerns. Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, FTA) to identify root causes.
• CCRG & EPRC Interface: Support IPTSE teams in preparing and presenting technical data packages, risk assessments, and engineering recommendations to the CCRG (for safety/compliance) and EPRC (for emissions/environmental concerns).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), Office of General Counsel (OGC), and plant vehicle teams to gather data, review supplier processes, and align on corrective actions.

Benefits

• 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 and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal