Product Development Engineer - Transfer Case

Ford Motor Company; Livonia (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a Design Release Engineer to innovate in the 4WD Transfer Cases domain. You will join a vibrant team responsible for enhancing performance and efficiency across iconic models like the F-150 and Raptor, while benefiting from comprehensive employee perks and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible family care days

Tuition assistance

Employee resource groups

Paid time off for community service

Generous paid holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in automotive engineering with focus on Transfer Cases.
• Strong knowledge of 4WD transfer case design principles.
• Proficiency in simulation and modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop 4WD Transfer Cases for trucks.
• Collaborate with teams to implement new technologies.
• Oversee testing and validation activities.

Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Ford Design Tools

Job description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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...

Ford is looking for a Design Release Engineer for the T1 Platform including Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator. Also includes Raptor and HD variants. You will have engineering responsibility for the greatest off-road drivetrain in the industry. Your parts make the F-150, Expedition, Navigator, and Raptor the best trucks in their segment! New exciting designs are also in the works. We need your talent to deliver them!

You will be part of the Underbody Systems Engineering organization (UnSE). You will be responsible for all Transfer Cases on the T1 Platform which includes F-150, Expedition, Navigator, and Raptor. The T1 Platform builds exclusively out of local North American assembly plants, including the historic Rouge Complex, now Dearborn Truck Plant, and the Kentucky Truck Plant. You will work with existing designs as well as new variants which are yet to be released.

Qualifications

You'll have...

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering, specifically in the design and development of Transfer Cases, Automatic Transmissions, or their related components.

Even better, you may have...

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of 4WD transfer case design principles or background in transmissions (either manual or automatic). Looking for background that includes; gear trains, clutches, lubrication, threaded fasteners, and control systems.
• Proficiency in using MS Office based software and other software tools for simulation, analysis, and modeling.
• Familiarity with Ford Design and Release Tools – WERS, Teamcenter, FEDE, ED&T, DVP, DFMEA, Quality History, Warranty Analysis.
• Experience with performance and durability testing of Transfer Cases or Transmissions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively to develop innovative solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Some travel may be required. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

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 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

This position is a range of salary grades SG5-SG8.

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.

Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location.

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Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• Design, develop and release innovative solutions for enhancing the performance, efficiency, and durability of 4WD Transfer Cases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design, Manufacturing, and Quality, to ensure the successful implementation of new technologies and processes.
• Oversee testing and validation activities to ensure the reliability and safety of AWD and Part Time 4WD Transfer Cases.
• Analyze data and provide technical insights to support product improvements and optimizations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest automotive industry trends, technologies, and regulations related to Automatic Transmissions or Transfer Cases.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and project planning sessions.
• Support the resolution of technical issues and provide guidance to other team members.