Product Engineer Materials

Ford Model e U.S.; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford Model e U.S. is seeking an experienced Materials/Chemical Engineer to join the Product Development team in Michigan.

You will work with bulk chemicals, sealers and adhesives, foams (2K chemistries), and thermal interface materials to enable next‑generation automotive tech. Collaborate with suppliers on material specifications, execute test plans, review data, and apply data analysis & AI tools to improve specification drafting and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science & Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Materials or Chemical Engineering in subsystems/components: Bulk Chemicals; Sealers, adhesives, foams (2K); Thermal Interface Materials.
• Knowledge of bulk material manufacturing processes used in automotive applications, including dispensing equipment and parameters.
• Experience with suppliers on material specification, test plan execution, and test data review.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and statistical/data analysis; familiar with related software tools.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others.

Skills

Materials Engineering

Thermal interface materials

Data analysis

Supplier collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in Materials Eng

M.S. in Materials/Chemical Eng

Tools

MATS

MSC

GMAP

FEDE

TeamCenter

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!

You'll have...

• Bachelor of Science in Material Science & Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Materials or Chemical Engineering in the following subsystems/components:
  • Bulk Chemicals
  • Sealers, and Adhesives, and Foams – specifically 2K structural chemistries
  • Thermal Interface Materials
• Knowledge of dispensable bulk material manufacturing processes used in automotive applications, including dispensing equipment and process parameters (bead geometry, flow rate, mix ratio, cure)
• Experience working with suppliers on material specification, test plan execution, and test data review
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools Knowledge in statistical and data analysis and proficient in the related software tools
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

Even better, you may have...

• Master of Science in Material Science & Engineering, Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering
• Knowledge in industry test methods and experience developing new test methods
• Knowledge of corporate tools (MATS, MSC, GMAP, FEDE, TeamCenter)
• Experience supporting battery manufacturing plant launches and production issues
• Ability to use AI tools (e.g., generative AI assistants, data analytics) to improve efficiency in specification drafting, test data review, and technical problem solving