Product Development Engineer-10 Speed RWD Transmission Systems

Ford; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Vehicle discount

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Livonia, MI is seeking a PD engineer to own the integration of the 10-speed RWD transmission into vehicle spaces and to drive DV/PV strategies. You will lead testing, ensure quality, and coordinate with manufacturing teams to meet milestones.

The role requires a self-starter with CAD experience and strong problem-solving abilities, plus a collaborative mindset for cross-functional work with suppliers and plant teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar field required.
• 1 year of automotive transmission or powertrain experience.
• 1 year of CAD experience.
• Master's degree in engineering or similar degree is a plus.
• Vehicle repair or vehicle diagnostics background is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a PD engineer for 10 speed RWD integration into vehicle spaces.
• Own DV and PV strategies to deliver best-in-class powertrain system.
• Collaborate to improve part quality and customer experience.
• Deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for GPDS milestones.
• Lead life tests and dyno testing requirements and system signoff.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Self-starter

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

ATI

INCA

ETAS

CAE/FEA

CFD

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.

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position...
The 10 speed RWD transmission systems engineer position is responsible for integration into vehicle space. We are looking for someone who is a self-starter and owns the product and delivers the cost, quality and vehicle milestone requirements on time. We need qualified people to help us succeed in this critical area that is responsible from program initiation through launch.

What you'll do...

• Serve as a PD engineer responsible for 10 speed RWD and their integration into vehicle spaces.
• Take ownership of the DV and PV strategies to deliver a best-in-class powertrain system.
• Work as a team to improve part quality and increase the customer experience.
• Own and deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for key GPDS milestones.
• Lead Key life test and other dyno testing requirements and execution of system signoff requirements
• Must be in Livonia Michigan 4 days a week or more depending on specific testing/hardware needs.
• Work with Ford Powertrain Manufacturing and Ford Vehicle Assembly Plants on manufacturing related improvement actions.
• Short term travel may be required.

You’ll have...

Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar degree.
1 year of automotive transmission or powertrain experience.
1 year of CAD experience.
Even better, you may have.
Master's degree in engineering or similar degree.
Vehicle repair or vehicle diagnostics background.
Cal tools experience preferred, ATI, INCA, ETAS, etc.
CAE/FEA, fluid CFD and another Analytical tools preferred.
Electrical component or electrical system experience preferred.
Ford design/release experience preferred.
Hands-on problem solver and strong root cause skills.
Independent, self-starter when required.
Good communicator and can foster relationships with suppliers.
A "be curious" and "continuous improvement" mindset.

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
• 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
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day

This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$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.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

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