Ford Racing Powertrain Design and Release Engineer

Overview

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation - grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time

Work Type: Hybrid

In this position...

Racing is where our story began.

In 1901, Henry Ford climbed into a car he built himself - "Sweepstakes" - and beat America's most famous driver. He wasn't a racer, but he had to win. He did. Ford Motor Company was born from that victory.

That fighting spirit lives on in Ford Racing today. We're the engineers, strategists, and competitors who bring Ford's track-tested edge into every vehicle we build. Every track, every stage, every proving ground - that's where we prove ourselves.

The result: one of the world's most iconic brands, legendary nameplates, and a team unmatched in the industry.

About us...

Our mantra: Race to win, engineer to lead.

If you're a competitor, innovator, or performance obsessive, Ford Racing is where you belong. Help us write the next chapter.

This position is within the Ford Racing Organization and supports the ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) organization, specifically the V8 Coyote Powerpack Programs.

It is for an engine component design and release engineer, with a focus on core engine components, such as structural aluminum castings, steel forgings, injection-molded plastic, secondary air injection systems, intake manifolds, and front-end accessory drive(FEAD) components.

What you'll do...

Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems

Create & own the 3D models & 2D drawings for assigned components

Lead sub-system Component Program Module Team (CPMT) activities

Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing

Lead resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues

Lead management of Tier 1 suppliers

Work collaboratively with CAE resources in support of the analysis on the design responsible components (Structural, Thermal, CFD)

Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation

Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, OPTIX, PPAP, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.

Support all Program Meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, Change Control, etc…)

Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support program requirements and resolve quality issues

Interface with engine dynamometer testing team

Interface with cross-functional teams, such as purchasing, mating components, calibration, & manufacturing

Support prototype engine build Program Attribute Team (PAT) (BOM, inspection and prototype fit reviews)

Support travel, both domestic and international, when required

You'll have...

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

3+ years Design and Release Experience

3+ years of experience in CAD (CATIA, NX, CREO, or similar)

Technical expertise with Gasoline Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)

Experience with base engine dynamometer testing

Experience with CAE Simulation Methodologies (1D, 3D, FEA, CFD)

Strong communication, organization, and problem solving skills

Ability to interact effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders

Strong Leadership ability

Ability to support travel, both domestic and international, as required

Even better, you may have...

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

5+ years of Design and Release experience in an automotive OEM environment

Direct experience with base engine components (block, head, crank/valve train, or similar)

Ford WERS system experience and familiarity with Ford-specific quality documentation (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, PPAP, etc.)

Six Sigma / Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) certification

Experience leading Tier 1 supplier relationships, including sourcing and quality resolution

GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) certification or advanced proficiency

Experience with hybrid or electrified powertrain integration alongside ICE

Program management or launch leadership experience (APQP, PPAP processes)

Track record of successful cross-functional collaboration across CAE, purchasing, manufacturing, and calibration teams.

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 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.

This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500., This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

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

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.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid

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