Engine - D&R Engineer

Motorsport Hackers; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI seeks an engine component design and release engineer for V8 Coyote/Predator programs. Focus on core components like castings, forgings, plastics, and FEAD. Create 3D/2D models, lead WERS, and resolve major design and launch issues.

Role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree and CAD experience (CATIA/NX/CREO), with travel as needed. Hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong communication, organization and problem solving skills.
• Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders.
• Leadership capability and willingness to travel domestically or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems.
• Create & own the 3D models & 2D drawings for assigned components.
• Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing.
• Lead resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues.
• Lead management of Tier 1 suppliers.
• Collaborate with CAE resources for design analysis (Structural, Thermal, CFD).
• Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing for robust validation.
• Maintain CPMT documents and quality records for responsibilities.
• Work with suppliers and launch teams to resolve quality issues.
• Interface with engine dynamometer testing and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Problem solving

Leadership

Travel willingness

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

NX

CREO

Job description

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.

• This position is within the ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE)organization, supporting the V8 Coyote/Predator Powerpack Forward Model programs.
• It is for an engine component design and release engineer on the V8 Coyote/Predator programs, with a focus on core engine components, such as structural aluminum castings, steel forgings, injected molded plastic, and front end accessory drive (FEAD) components.

Responsibilities

• Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems
• Create & own the 3D models & 2D drawings for assigned components
• Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing
• Lead resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues
• Lead management of Tier 1 suppliers
• Work collaboratively with CAE resources in support of the analysis on the design responsible components (Structural, Thermal, CFD)
• Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
• Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, OPTEX, APQP/PPAP, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.
• Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support program requirements and resolve quality issues
• Interface with engine dynamometer testing team
• Interface with cross-functional teams, such as purchasing, mating components, calibration, & manufacturing
• Support prototype engine build Program Attribute Team (PAT) (BOM, inspection and prototype fit reviews)
• Support travel, both domestic and international, when required

Qualifications

You'll have...

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or related field
• Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills
• Ability to interact effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Strong Leadership ability
• Ability to support travel, both domestic and international, as required

Even better, you may have...

• Masters in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science or related field
• 2+ years Design and Release Experience
• 2+ years of experience in CAD (CATIA, NX, CREO, or similar)
• Technical expertise with Gasoline Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
• Experience with base engine dynamometer testing
• Experience with CAE Simulation Methodologies (1D, 3D, FEA, CFD)

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• 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.

This position is a salary grade 5 to salary grade 8. Ranges from $65,100-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate’s skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid
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Job Info

• Job Identification 69323
• Job Category PD Operations and Quality
• Posting Date 08/21/2026, 01:22 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 2400 Village Rd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US (Hybrid)