Product Development Engineer-Engine Systems Design

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

2d • 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. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position... This position is for a CPMT/Systems Leader role on; Fords 7.3L Godzilla engine program. The specific areas / sub-systems of responsibility would be within the base engine / long block and would be defined at the point of employment and joining the base engine team based on the successful candidate’s skill set and experience couple with the skill set of the existing team. Examples of the ‘base engine’ / long block sub-systems are; Cyl Block, heads, PCV, EGR, Sealing, Covers, Valvetrain, VCT’s, Cam Drive, Piston and Rod, Rotating system, Oil pump & Lubrication, Engine bearings, Etc. Example of ‘Systems’ role would include interface to Truck Program Teams and coordination of the component interactions internal and external.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field
• Min of 3+ years in Engineering, Powertrain or Automotive Design and Release Experience
• Six Sigma experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership ability, able to interact effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Technical expertise/experience with Gasoline internal combustion engines, specifically base engine design and release
• Experience in powertrain integration, systems engineering, vehicle testing
• Green Belt certification (or black belt)
• Base engine testing
• 1D & 3D simulation methodologies – Both and Static and Dynamic
• Base engine Sub-system design & development

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and release components
• Lead/Support resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues as they arise
• Lead new/forward model product development of the base engine sub system for new engine platforms
• Create, complete, and approve supplier and Ford engine DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
• Lead Sub System CPMT activities.
• Support all program meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, change control, etc.).
• Lead drawing release and changes.
• Interface with Calibration, mating components, Purchasing, suppliers, and mfg/assembly plants.
• Prototype Build coordination: load forward model part numbers into system and ensure fit and function.
• Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support programs and resolve quality issues, included travel both domestic and international when required.
• WERS (Worldwide engineering release system) coordination; alerts, concerns and notice processing.
• Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, PPAP & PSW’s, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.
• Establish and document engine attributes for successful vehicle integration and confirming hardware unit program milestone achievement.
• Manage the vehicle interface communication and integration delivery of the ‘Engine-as-Shipped’ and ‘Engine-as-Installed’ part releases.
• Coordinate overall engine & powerpack quality metric achievement.

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