Fuel System Engineering Lead for Automotive Programs

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave

Back-up child care

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI, seeks a Fuel System Supervisor to lead design and release engineers for fuel delivery systems across multiple vehicle lines. You will own technical direction for tanks, pumps, lines, EVAP, and ORVR, while ensuring FMVSS and EPA/CARB compliance.

You will supervise a team, coordinate with cross-functional partners, and drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation plans to resolve issues and meet program milestones.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of automotive engineering experience, including fuel systems or related vehicle systems.
• 2+ years of supervisory, team lead, or project lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of FMVSS 301, EPA/CARB evaporative emissions, and global fuel system safety standards.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, and CAD tools.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership.
• Hands-on root cause analysis skills (8D, 3x5 Why, Ishikawa).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of fuel system design/release engineers supporting Mustang, Bronco, Ranger, and Explorer/Aviator programs.
• Own the technical direction for fuel tanks, fuel pumps/modules, fuel lines, filler pipes, EVAP/emissions components, and ORVR systems.
• Ensure fuel system designs meet FMVSS, EPA/CARB evaporative emissions, and global regulatory requirements across all four vehicle lines.
• Drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation testing plans; resolve issues from testing, fleet data, or field performance.
• Manage supplier relationships and collaborate with Purchasing on sourcing, cost targets, and quality performance for fuel system components.
• Coordinate with packaging, body structure, and powertrain teams to integrate fuel systems within platform constraints.
• Support program milestones by tracking timing, budget, and quality metrics for the fuel system commodity.

Skills

Team leadership

DFMEA

DVP&R

CAD tools

GD&T

Root cause analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

CATIA/NX

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI, seeks a Fuel System Supervisor to lead design and release engineers for fuel delivery systems across multiple vehicle lines. You will own technical direction for tanks, pumps, lines, EVAP, and ORVR, while ensuring FMVSS and EPA/CARB compliance.

You will supervise a team, coordinate with cross-functional partners, and drive DFMEA, DVP&R, and validation plans to resolve issues and meet program milestones.