Ford Racing Powertrain System Engineer - Drivetrain & Underbody

Ford Motor • Allen Park, MI

6h • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Racing is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Powertrain & Underbody Systems Engineer with a strong background in active driveline & underbody systems engineering. This pivotal role requires a dynamic individual with a proven track record in delivering complete powertrain systems from concept to production. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of research processes, understand how technology can be fast-tracked into production, and possess the fundamentals to deliver a high-quality design from concept to production. A passion for high-performance vehicles and a wide network of connections within the powertrain driveline and underbody engineering communities are essential. This role is hybrid and requires at least 4 days per week onsite in Allen Park, MI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in the development of complete powertrain and underbody systems, with a strong emphasis on high performance applications.
• Proven experience delivering multiple high-performance powertrain and underbody systems from concept and launch through production.
• Significant depth of knowledge in complete engine/powertrain/transmission/driveline/underbody/fuel/cooling and HVAC systems engineering. This includes engines, transmissions, transfer cases, 'prop' shafts, planetary gear sets, clutch systems and differentials, as well as filesystems, cooling systems and other underbody powertrain systems.
• Team player that can lead others to solve tough issues, leverage core resources, and resolve technical issues with limited oversight.
• Positioned to immediately pull in significant technical expertise to solve issues and keep the program on track.

Nice To Haves

• In-depth knowledge of automotive powertrain systems, current & future.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion, meeting tight deadlines and budgetary constraints.
• Significant experience working directly with manufacturing facilities, including successful resolution of complex production and quality issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey tough technical issues to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
• Understanding of active powertrain controls and calibration as well as aftertreatment systems is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual layout and delivery of a new driveline system
• Manage program delivery of quality, cost, weight, function and timing from concept through to production
• Coordinate and manage outside engineering and design resources
• Interface with core technical specialists to ensure delivery of a quality system design
• Function as primary technical interface with manufacturing engineering to ensure the system fits with the process and meets commercial needs
• Technical management of all interface complexities with neighboring systems
• Support vehicle program/platform teams to address functional vehicle performance attributes
• Technical leadership for prototype builds
• Technical leadership for problem resolution
• Technical oversight of this program will include a strong understanding of program management and project deliverables that align with Ford GPDS deliverables.

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: Senior