Product Development Engineer - Air Induction Systems Applications

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ford is seeking a D&R Engineer to design, develop, validate and release parts for multiple programs. You will optimize weight and cost, ensure compliance with engineering specs, and manage part releases lifecycle from concept to production.

You will work within a hybrid environment, applying Six Sigma and robust problem-solving methods. The role expects CAD proficiency, strong communication, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years familiarity with engine air and exhaust components, materials, and their manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills using data-driven approaches.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with CAD and BOM management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, validate and release parts for assigned programs.
• Identify design improvements to enhance quality and optimize cost/weight.
• Ensure parts comply with ES/W standards and SDS/ES requirements.
• Develop plans to deliver on time using GPDS.
• Develop Design Validation & Production Verification plans and manage validation testing.
• Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS; support Change Control meetings.

Skills

Problem solving

Data-driven

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

8D and 5Why

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Catia V5

3DX / Catia V6

Ford Team Center

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 D&R (Design & Release) Engineer is responsible to design, develop, validate and release parts under his/her responsibility for the assigned programs.
• Look for design improvements to increase quality and cost / weight optimization. Design parts in order to comply with Corporate and Local Requirements for parts validation, considering the WCR (Worldwide Customers Requirements), ES (Engineering Specifications) and SDS (Systems Design specifications) as well as the Manufacturing and Assembly requirements.
• The engineer is also responsible of parts incorporation at the Assembly Plant.

What you'll do...

• Comply with Program cost, weight, quality, performance and timing targets (Waterfall process)
• Understand GPDS (Global Product Development System) and create plans to deliver on time.
• Comply with Robustness Engineering Disciplines (Failure Mode Avoidance Tools)
• Knowledge and application of six sigma and 8D (Green Belt).
• Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work) , EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA, ED&T review, piece and tooling cost review and CPA)
• Develop Design Validation & Production Verification plans and manage validation testing to support Engineering Milestone signoffs.
• Actively participate in the Technical Design Reviews
• Release parts in FEDEBOM and WERS through the product life cycle. Support the Change Control Meeting.
• Audit and update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage, for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1.
• Be aware of Worldwide Engineering changes and proceed accordingly
• Identify validation, durability and functional test required as per SDS & ES. (DVP / eFDVS)
• Leverage AIMS root cause analysis and permanent actions implementation.
• Define and verify engineering prototypes requirements at part level.
• Parts implementation/Sign-off at assembly plant & assistance with quality issues in all milestones.
• PDL's revisions and proceed accordingly if affected
• Support VQR's, VRT's and PVT, as required.
• Collaborate with STA with technical assistance through the Supplier Engagement Process
• Deliver by applying the One Ford Behaviors.

You’ll have...

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of familiarity with engine air and exhaust components, materials, and their manufacturing processes is desired.
• Strong problem-solving skills for complex issues using a data-driven approach.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Broad exposure to various material types (both steel and plastics).
• Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known.
• Microsoft Office experience
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
• The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.

Even better, if you have …

Preferred

• Experience with Catia V5 required; 3DX / Catia V6 and Ford Team Center.

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 7-8 and ranges from $86,600 - $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 not 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. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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