PD Supv - Mustang, Explorer, Bronco/Ranger

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is seeking an experienced and technically skilled Fuel System Supervisor to lead the engineering team responsible for fuel system design, integration, and validation across the Mustang, Bronco, Ranger, and Explorer/Aviator vehicle lines. This role sits at the intersection of design engineering, manufacturing, and program management, ensuring that fuel delivery systems meet Ford's standards for safety, durability, emissions compliance, and customer satisfaction across a diverse portfolio spanning performance vehicles, off-road platforms, trucks, and SUVs. The successful candidate will supervise a team of design and release engineers, coordinate with cross-functional partners (Powertrain, Body Exterior, Purchasing, Manufacturing, and Quality), and serve as the technical authority for fuel tank, fuel delivery module, fuel lines, evaporative emissions, and refueling system components on these programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related technical field
• 7+ years of automotive engineering experience, including direct experience with fuel systems, emissions systems, or closely related vehicle systems
• 2+ years of supervisory, team lead, or project lead experience
• Strong knowledge of FMVSS 301, EPA/CARB evaporative emissions regulations, and global fuel system safety standards
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, and CAD tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier technical performance and cross-functional program teams
• Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills with hands-on experience in root cause analysis (8D, 3x5 Why, Ishikawa)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field
• Experience across truck/SUV (body-on-frame) and unibody platforms
• Familiarity with hybrid/electrified fuel system architectures
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Knowledge of Ford's global product development process (GPDS) or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of fuel system design/release engineers supporting Mustang, Bronco, Ranger, and Explorer/Aviator programs
• Own the technical direction for fuel tanks, fuel pumps/modules, fuel lines, filler pipes, EVAP/emissions components, and onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) systems
• Ensure fuel system designs meet FMVSS, EPA/CARB evaporative emissions, and global regulatory requirements across all four vehicle lines
• Drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation testing plans; resolve technical issues identified through testing, fleet data, or field performance
• Manage supplier relationships and collaborate with Purchasing on sourcing, cost targets, and quality performance for fuel system components
• Coordinate with vehicle packaging, body structure, and powertrain teams to integrate fuel systems within tight platform constraints (e.g., Bronco off-road/skid protection, Ranger payload/towing, Mustang performance packaging, Explorer/Aviator hybrid variants)
• Support program milestones (design freeze, prototype builds, launch readiness) by tracking timing, budget, and quality metrics for the fuel system commodity
• Lead root cause and corrective action activities for warranty, field, and plant quality concerns related to fuel systems
• Ensure compliance with Ford engineering specifications, corporate safety standards, and lessons-learned processes
• Present technical reviews and status updates to program leadership and chief engineers
• Champion continuous improvement, cost reduction, and weight-saving initiatives within the fuel systems commodity
• Support cross-carline standardization opportunities to leverage common architectures where feasible

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: Manager