Ford Motor Company · 8 hours ago
Component Design Release Engineer/ Engine
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expFord Motor Company is a global automotive leader seeking a Component Design/Release Engineer within the ICE Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering organization. The role involves designing and releasing components, leading CPMT activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve design and manufacturing issues.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design & Release new and existing components/sub-systems which meet program requirements
Lead CPMT activities and manage workplan deliverables meeting GPDS timing
Lead WERS (Worldwide Engineering Release System); alerts, concerns and notice processing
Lead/Support resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues
Create, complete, approve DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate documentation (FEDE, ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, PPAP, 543 Chart etc.) of program specific deliverables
Support all Program Meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, Change Control, etc…)
Work directly with Ford Manufacturing, External Suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and Launch teams to support program requirements and resolve quality issues
Interface with cross-functional team members, such as Purchasing, Mating Components, Calibration, and Core Engineering
Lead / Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues
Analyze warranty data and customer feedback on system or component performance and identify improvements (design and process) and implement prevent reoccurrence
Lead / Support TVM cost reduction activities
Travel as necessary to Ford Assembly Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, materials engineering or equivalent degree
3+ years of experience with Powertrain engineering
Technical experience with Gasoline Internal Combustion Engines (ICE)
Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Experience with CAE Simulation Methodologies (1D, 3D, FEA, CFD)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
Preferred
Master's degree
black belt certification
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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