Ford Racing Powertrain System Engineer - Drivetrain & Underbody

Ford • Allen Park, MI

12h • $65,100 - $166,200 • 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.
• Understanding of engines, transmissions, transfer cases, 'prop' shafts, planetary gear sets, clutch systems and differentials, as well as filesystems, cooling systems and other underbody powertrain systems.
• Understanding of active powertrain controls and calibration as well as aftertreatment systems is desired.
• Ability to understand the technical aspects of delivering vehicle powertrain systems for the high performance, low volume market.
• Team player that can lead others to solve tough issues, leverage core resources, and resolve technical issues with limited oversight.
• Ability to immediately pull in significant technical expertise to solve issues and keep the program on track.
• Strong understanding of program management and project deliverables that align with Ford GPDS deliverables.

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.

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

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