High-Performance Powertrain Engineer – Mustang GTD

Ford Motor Company; Allen Park (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family care days

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly motivated Powertrain Systems Engineer to support the Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain program, from development through production launch. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams across engine, transmission, controls, calibration, and vehicle engineering to deliver world-class powertrain systems.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, systems thinking, and the ability to drive issue resolution in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in automotive engine or propulsion systems engineering.
• Experience supporting powertrain development programs from concept through validation and production launch.
• Working knowledge of internal combustion engine systems and vehicle powertrain integration principles.
• Experience with engineering problem-solving methodologies including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

Responsibilities

• Support development and integration of the Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain system.
• Coordinate powertrain system activities to achieve program targets for quality, performance, cost, weight, timing, and manufacturability.
• Work with engine, transmission, controls, calibration, and vehicle engineering teams to ensure efficient system integration.
• Define, track, and execute powertrain program deliverables and engineering milestones.
• Lead investigation and resolution of powertrain technical issues throughout development and launch phases.
• Support prototype engine and vehicle build activities, including issue identification, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Interface with manufacturing engineering, vehicle assembly plants, and engine production facilities to ensure successful production implementation.
• Track and manage system-level concerns, validation results, and development actions through Ford processes.
• Support powertrain testing activities including development, durability, performance, and validation programs.
• Prepare and present technical status updates, issue resolution plans, and program reviews to engineering management and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support component and system development activities.
• Ensure engineering deliverables align with Ford GPDS and Ford Racing program requirements.

Skills

Powertrain integration

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Data-driven engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CATIA

Teamcenter

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly motivated Powertrain Systems Engineer to support the Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain program, from development through production launch. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams across engine, transmission, controls, calibration, and vehicle engineering to deliver world-class powertrain systems.

The role requires strong technical aptitude, systems thinking, and the ability to drive issue resolution in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.