Product Development Engineer - 10 Speed RWD Transmission Systems

Ford • Livonia, MI

14h • 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.
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In this position...
This is the 10 speed RWD transmission systems engineer position responsible for integration into vehicle space. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter and owns the product and delivers the cost, quality and vehicle milestone requirements on time. We need qualified people to help us succeed in this critical area that is responsible from program initiation through launch.
The Product Development Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.
The Product Development Engineer is expected to understand and effectively utilize product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem.
The Product Development Engineer will perform feasibility analyses using CAD tools, including draft angle analysis, undercut detection, minimum bend radius validation for sheet metal, and clearance checks to support manufacturing and machining requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 3 years of automotive transmission or powertrain experience.
• 1 year of CAD experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in engineering.
• Vehicle repair or vehicle diagnostics background.
• Cal tools experience preferred, ATI, INCA, ETAS, etc. CAE/FEA, fluid CFD and another Analytical tools preferred. Electrical component or electrical system experience preferred.
• Ford design/release experience preferred. Hands-on problem solver and strong root cause skills.
• Independent, self-starter when required.
• Good communicator and can foster relationships with suppliers.
• A “be curious” and “continuous improvement” mindset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a PD engineer responsible for 10 speed RWD and their integration into vehicle spaces.
• Take ownership of the DV and PV strategies to deliver a best-in-class powertrain system.
• Work as a team to improve part quality and increase the customer experience.
• Own and deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for key GPDS milestones.
• Lead Key life test and other dyno testing requirements and execution of system signoff requirements
• Must be in Livonia Michigan 4 days a week or more depending on specific testing/hardware needs.
• Work with Ford Powertrain Manufacturing and Ford Vehicle Assembly Plants on manufacturing related improvement actions.
• Short term travel may be 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees