Motorsports Engine Builder

Ford Motor • Allen Park, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Ford Racing is looking for an experienced, talented, and highly motivated Motorsports Engine Builder to join our Global Motorsports department. In this position, candidates will have the opportunity to work in a highly dynamic environment, developing cutting-edge powertrains to race around the world. This role requires 5 days onsite in Allen Park, MI.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of race or high-performance engine building experience, which includes a strong understanding of internal combustion engine theory, mechanics, and systems.
• Capable of standing for long periods and occasionally moving parts weighing up to 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient knowledge of manufacturing processes and the ability to accurately interpret complex engineering blueprints and schematics.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Expertise using measurement instruments such as calipers, bore gauges, micrometers, etc.
• Proactive problem-solving skills by consistently seeking and implementing solutions to technical challenges.
• Ability to fabricate unique solutions given limited resources.
• Proficiency with computer systems and related software applications (Microsoft applications).
• Possess a competitive spirit, can-do attitude, and interest in motorsports.

Responsibilities

• Perform assembly, disassembly, and rebuilding of high-performance race engines, adhering to engineering specifications and quality standards
• Maintain detailed records of all engine builds, including component history and critical tolerances, ensuring traceability and quality assurance
• Execute non-destructive tests and inspections, such as crack testing and detailed tolerance checks, to verify component integrity and dimensional accuracy
• Strictly adhere to cleanroom protocols and best practices to prevent contamination
• Proactively identify opportunities for improvements in build and teardown processes
• Organize and maintain facilities to ensure a suitable build environment for world-class race engines
• Generate engine teardown reports including pictures and measurement data
• Provide support for dyno testing, including build verification, performance development, as well as engine installation and removal

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed