Ford Motor Company · 17 hours ago
Product Development Engineer
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$84K/yr - $141K/yrFord Motor Company is a leading automotive manufacturer that is committed to building a better world. They are seeking a Product Development Engineer to be part of the Domain & Power Supply TVM team, responsible for identifying design cost opportunities, driving product cost reduction, and ensuring project milestones are met with quality.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Identify design cost opportunities, reduced content, and overall cost efficiencies
Drive product cost reduction with quality while balancing complexity and weight
Collaborate/work with team members and suppliers to deliver cost savings, meet program milestones, and develop effective workplans
Drive cross-functional issue resolution (including purchasing, program, finance, quality, manufacturing, STA, suppliers etc.). Support escalation when needed
Coordinate with Core Teams for system optimization opportunities and manage change
Lead trade-off decisions, determine the business case, ensure a positive rate of return for Ford
Deliver all TVM projects on time with quality, meeting Program Milestones, and PPAP requirements
Benchmarking, develop effective workplans, calculate TARR (Time Adjusted Rate of Return), create program 2-pagers, lead Mega Project process
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Mechanical engineering
Must have the knowledge of Systems Engineering Fundamentals and design thinking
Demonstrates critical thinking, initiative, decisiveness, flexibility, knowledge, and vision
Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced, team-oriented, global environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills (open, clear, and inclusive)
Excellent leadership skills with demonstrated ability to deliver results
Demonstrated organizational & delegation skills with proper follow-up
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple issues effectively and efficiently
Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload managing immediate and future needs
Ability to build strong effective relationships with cross functional teams (Program, VO, Purchasing, Finance, Core & System Engineering)
Strong technical capability and problem-solving skills
Fluent in English Speaking and Writing
Preferred
Knowledge of Ford TVM processes
Strong fundamentals and working knowledge of GPDS processes
Strong understanding of WERS, FEDE, Bill of Material, CRID, and Teamcenter/Vis Mock-Up tools
Knowledge of Electrical & Body Engineering systems and components
Knowledge of Ford Engineering Design and Release processes
Demonstrated Production Launch experience
Experience using WERS, FEDE, CRID, and Teamcenter/Vis Mock-Up tools
Proficient in MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
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.
Founded in 1903
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
Recent News
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