Global Fuel Systems Leader – Design & Delivery

Ford Pro; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a visionary Leader for Fuel Systems to guide a world-class team of ~65 engineers within the Vehicle Hardware Engineering group. You will shape the global fuel system strategy and oversee end-to-end design, release and testing across Ford’s vehicle programs.

Your leadership will bridge core engineering with vehicle performance, ensuring fuel delivery systems meet the highest standards.

Qualifications

• Deep subject matter expertise in D&R and Core Engineering within Fuel Systems.
• History of building, mentoring, and scaling high-performing engineering teams.
• Experience in Six Sigma, 8D, or A4 methodologies.
• Ability to distill complex engineering data into executive presentations.
• Willingness to work evenings or weekends for critical milestones.
• Familiarity with Engineering Excellence and Tech Club processes.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and manage a diverse department of 65+ engineers, taking full ownership of program delivery, quality initiatives, and strategic cost-improvement actions.
• Oversee the development of DFMEA, advanced test methods, design rules, and global requirements that set the industry standard.
• Provide executive oversight for fuel system designs across all Ford vehicle programs globally, ensuring seamless integration and performance.
• Drive designs through rigorous Design Verification (DV) and PPAP sign-offs, ensuring every component is compliant with international regulations and optimized for high-volume production.
• Serve as the technical authority in high-stakes durability and safety forums, leading critical discussions regarding potential recalls and long-term failure modes.
• Act as the primary liaison between the Ford supply base and vehicle teams, managing sourcing actions, issue resolution, and cross-functional synergy.

Skills

D&R processes

Core engineering

Six Sigma

8D methods

A4 methodology

Executive storytelling

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a visionary Leader for Fuel Systems to guide a world-class team of ~65 engineers within the Vehicle Hardware Engineering group. You will shape the global fuel system strategy and oversee end-to-end design, release and testing across Ford’s vehicle programs.

Your leadership will bridge core engineering with vehicle performance, ensuring fuel delivery systems meet the highest standards.