SET Leader - Systems Engineering for New Vehicle Programs

Ford; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking an experienced Systems Engineering leader to drive multi-vehicle program teams in a hybrid on-site environment. You will oversee system integration across vehicle zones, lead design reviews, and collaborate with suppliers to deliver cost and weight efficiencies while meeting program milestones.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and a deep understanding of Systems Engineering fundamentals to enable breakthrough lifecycle cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the listed systems.
• Ability to pull down CAD in CATIA v.5 or 3DX and create sections/take measurements.
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
• Onsite collaboration required for at least 4 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Identify and deliver cost/weight efficiencies, part reductions, quality improvements, labor savings, and service efficiency.
• Develop relationships with Tier 1 suppliers and assess their capabilities.
• Lead trade-off discussions using data with program leadership.
• Lead target setting through benchmarking and core engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate across teams on packaging, weight, cost, labor, timing, and integration.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Leadership

CATIA v.5

3DX

Teamcenter

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's in Systems Engineering

Tools

CATIA v.5

3DX

Teamcenter

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking an experienced Systems Engineering leader to drive multi-vehicle program teams in a hybrid on-site environment. You will oversee system integration across vehicle zones, lead design reviews, and collaborate with suppliers to deliver cost and weight efficiencies while meeting program milestones.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and a deep understanding of Systems Engineering fundamentals to enable breakthrough lifecycle cost