Product Development Engineer - Internal Propulsion Thermal Systems
About The Position
This position is for an Internal Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Design and Release Engineer on the Inline Engine Powerpack Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for design and release activities associated with engine components on current and forward model applications. The role involves designing, developing, and releasing systems, subsystems, and components to meet program requirements and timing in accordance with Ford GPDS milestones. The engineer will work across design, manufacturing, quality, launch, suppliers, and other functions, and may travel to Ford facilities and supplier sites for issue resolution and build support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience with powertrain engineering.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment as part of a high-performing team.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- Prior Design and Release experience.
- Proven delivery of balanced quality, cost, weight, and functional attributes for components or subsystems.
- Experience using Six Sigma and problem-solving tools, such as 8D and 3 legged 5 Why's.
- Knowledge of internal combustion engine functions and components.
- Knowledge of GD&T, dimensional control, PPAP, and APQP principles.
- Prior experience executing quality documentation, such as FMEAs, Control Plans, and SCCAFs.
- Basic knowledge of NVH, materials, durability, and manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and release systems, subsystems, and components that meet program requirements and timing in accordance with Ford GPDS milestones.
- Lead or support resolution of design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues.
- Translate customer, regulatory, and product requirements into engineering targets, drawings, and specifications.
- Plan, coordinate, execute, and analyze verification testing against established targets.
- Direct and guide suppliers to ensure program objectives are met through effective CPMT meetings.
- Analyze customer feedback on system or component performance, identify design and process improvements, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
- Lead or support TVM cost-reduction activities.
- Travel as necessary to Ford assembly plants and facilities, and supplier or sub-supplier sites, for issue resolution and build support.
Benefits
- Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Paid parental leave and new-parent ramp-up programs.
- Subsidized backup childcare.
- Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments.
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
- Tuition assistance.
- Employee resource groups.
- Paid time off for individual and team community service.
- Vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
