Ford Motor Company is transforming the future of mobility and is seeking a Product Development Engineer to contribute to advancements in autonomy and electrification. This role involves defining and integrating vehicle propulsion systems, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving innovation in powertrain architectures.
Responsibilities
- Define overall powertrain architecture, power flow, efficiency, and key component requirements (battery, motor, controller, transmission)
- Lead system trade-off studies (cost, weight, function) and ensure seamless integration with vehicle systems
- Drive development of advanced propulsion solutions, stay updated on trends, and contribute to technology roadmaps
- Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, software, and supplier teams for robust execution
- Use high-fidelity simulation tools to predict behavior and validate models
- Plan and support system validation activities to meet targets and standards
- Drive engineering excellence through Failure Mode Avoidance tools
- Create system documentation (architecture diagrams, functional specs) and govern system-level requirements
- Define upfront design, verification plans and methods, and industrialization processes for various underbody components
- Work with purchasing and suppliers to deliver high quality component designs with best cost, weight, and function
- Lead a team through GPDS program gateways and deliverables including design, sourcing, prototype Procurement, analytical/physical validation, and PPAP in support of multiple global programs concurrently
Skills
- BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering or a related field
- 1 year experience in Microsoft skills
- 1 year of CAD experience
- Masters in product development or other Engineering degree
- Proficiency in MBSE tools, CAD/CAE simulation environments, and data analysis platforms
- Versed in UML and SysML modeling languages
- Basic software writing in Python or Groovy
- Model Based System Engineering development utilizing MagicDraw/3DX toolkit
- Experienced in analyzing a descriptive model to assist in complex decision making
- Prior experience in Components and Systems design and processes
- Proven delivery of balanced Quality/Cost/Weight/Function/Timing attributes for components or subsystems
- Clear communication skills and highly motivated to exceed expectations in a constantly changing product landscape
- Formal Systems Engineering knowledge to solve complex problems
- Expertise in systems engineering principles, including P-diagrams, DFMEA, and functional safety
- Strong foundation in FMA processes and documentation
- Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, electric motors, battery systems, and traditional ICE components
Benefits
- 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
Company Overview
We don't just make history -- we make the future. It was founded in 1903, and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.ford.com.
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