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Product Development Engineer - Systems Engineering

Dearborn, MI, United StatesFull-time$74k–$166k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10
HybridNo visa sponsorship

Core

Integrating internal combustion engines into Ford products across the global manufacturing footprint on forward model applications.

Role type

Senior IC propulsion and thermal systems engineer

Builds

Internal combustion engine powerpacks for Ford vehicles

Domain

Automotive, Internal Combustion Engine

Required skills

Systems interface, design and manufacturing issue resolution, requirement translation, verification testing planning and execution, cost reduction (TVM), cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Master's in mechanical engineering, Design and Release experience, Six Sigma tools (8D, 5 Whys), GD&T, PPAP, APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, SCCAF, NVH, Materials, Durability, Manufacturing processes

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), CAD, BOM structures

Responsibilities

Interface with Engine Plant and Vehicle Assembly Plants on design and launch workstreams, Lead and support resolution of design/manufacturing/quality/launch issues, Translate customer/regulatory/product requirements into engineering targets and specifications, Plan and execute verification testing, Analyze customer feedback to identify and implement improvements, Lead TVM cost reduction activities, Travel to plants and supplier sites for issue resolution and build support

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC