Ford Motor Company · 1 day ago
ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Quality Engineer – High Time In Service (HTIS) Reliability
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expFord Motor Company is a global leader in the automotive industry focused on innovation and sustainability. The Quality Engineer position is responsible for leading quality projects related to engine and thermal systems, utilizing problem-solving techniques to improve reliability and reduce warranty costs.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead/support High Time in Service Quality Projects using Design for Six Sigma / 8D processes on aggressive timelines to support IPTSE’s warranty spend and failure rate reduction targets
Responsibilities include evaluation of high warranty spend/failure rate subsystems and engine/vehicle applications with a focus on issues that contribute to > 12 MIS warranty and/or are design/physics related versus supplier quality/manufacturing defect related
Projects will be expected to rapidly work through the Define, Characterize, Optimize and Verify phases of the DFSS process including root cause identification and verification, implementation of corrective actions, and prevent recurrence
Project leaders/supporters will be expected to present frequently to senior management project status and results, interface regularly with quality, powerpack, core engineers and Technical Specialists
Strong focus on warranty data/trend analysis, part return analysis and physical understanding of engine/powertrain systems and subsystems as key tools to identification root cause and implementation of interim and permanent corrective actions
Ability to design, execute or coordinate analytical and physical testing from component bench level to full powertrain/vehicle testing to identify root cause, replicate quality issues and validate fixes
Identify and document lessons learned for knowledge preservation
Lead problem solving sub-groups
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
1+ plus years of experience leading projects
1+ years of experience with internal combustion engines, thermal systems or after-treatment systems in one or more of the following areas: Design, Test, Controls, Calibration
Preferred
6-Sigma green belt, black belt and Design for Six Sigma experience a plus
Familiarity/experience with Strategic Problem Solving
Familiarity/experience with Failure Mode Avoidance and Robustness and Reliability processes
Familiarity with quality tools
Knowledge of key engine/powertrain subsystems including base engine, cooling, airpath, fuel, after-treatment, etc
Strong project management, problem solving and organization skills
Excellent teamwork and communication skills
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
Enjoys taking on new challenges, embraces learning and discovery
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
Ford Motor Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
Leadership Team
James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
Efrat Barit
COO
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