Ford Racing Powertrain Engineer

Ford Motor•Allen Park, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position... This position is within the Ford Racing organization and will closely interface with the ICE Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) organization. It is initially for a component design and release engineer on the 5.2L engine program and may expand to other major powertrain castings for other programs.

Requirements

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or related field
3+ years Design and Release Experience
3+ years of experience in CAD (CATIA, NX, CREO, or similar)
Technical expertise with Gasoline Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Experience with base engine dynamometer testing
Experience with CAE Simulation Methodologies (1D, 3D, FEA, CFD)
Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills
Ability to interact effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders
Strong Leadership ability
Working level CAD experience
Support travel, both domestic and international, as required

Nice To Haves

Masters in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or related field
Black Belt Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems
Create & own the 3D models & 2D drawings for assigned cast components
Lead sub-system Component Program Module Team (CPMT) activities
Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing
Lead resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues
Lead management of casting and machining suppliers for the cylinder block & other similar components
Work collaboratively with CAE resources in support of the analysis of cylinder block and other similar components (Structural, thermal, CFD)
Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, OPTIX, PPAP, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.
Support all Program Meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, Change Control, etc…)
Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support program requirements and resolve quality issues
Interface with engine dynamometer testing team
Interface with cross-functional teams, such as purchasing, mating components, calibration, & manufacturing
Support prototype engine build Program Attribute Team (PAT) (BOM, inspection and prototype fit reviews)
Support travel, both domestic and international, when required

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.

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