Product Development Engineer

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

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