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Ford Motor Company Product Development Engineer - Exhaust Systems Design/Release in Dearborn, Michigan

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This position is for an Exhaust D&R Engineer in the Internal Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Nano Powerpack organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and release activities associated with hot and cold-end exhaust systems/subsystems on current and forward-model applications. A minimum of 3 years of Ford D&R with Exhaust or related experience is preferred.

What You'll Do…

  • Lead new/forward model product development of exhaust systems and subsystems in accordance with Ford GPDS deliverables and milestones for NA and global programs.

  • Design, develop, validate, and release hot and cold end exhaust systems.

  • Lead/Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues.

  • Lead supplier SPMT/CPMT activities.

  • Support all program meetings (Design Reviews, PMT Meetings, Change Control, AIMS, Milestone Status, Launch Readiness, Etc.)

  • Interface with internal (PD, STA, NVH, VO, VOME, Purchasing/Tof4, Etc.) customers, and external suppliers/sub-suppliers.

  • Coordinate supplier prototype builds to ensure successful build events.

  • Management of all applicable WERS, FEDE, FEDEBOM, Integrator, FMA, Etc. program activities.

  • Create, complete, and approve supplier and internal DV/PV test plans and oversee testing in support of robust validation.

  • Lead/Support warranty reduction and issue resolution.

  • Lead/Support TVM cost reduction idea generation and implementation.

  • Lead/Support change control activities.

  • Travel as necessary to Ford Assembly Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support.

You'll Have…

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering; BSME or equivalent preferred.

  • Component and System/Subsystem D&R Experience;

  • At least 3 years of experience managing and supervising teams

  • Experience with PD/ERP systems for Program Timing, DV/PV Planning, Change Mgmt, Issue Resolution, and MS Office Applications

  • Knowledge of FMEAs, Control Plans, and DV/PV Plans.

  • Knowledge of GD&T and Dimensional Control (SPC, Statistics, Etc.)

  • Strong Interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.

  • Strong problem-solving skills and background, and knowledge of 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, and other problem-solving quality tools.

  • Ability to prepare and present information to all levels of management.

  • Highly motivated, self-starter, with the ability to self-manage and generate/prioritize workload.

Even Better You'll Have…

  • Exhaust System or related experience preferred (3+ Years).

  • Basic knowledge of NVH, Materials, Durability, and Manufacturing (Stamping, Bending, Welding) processes.

  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

  • Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

  • Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:

https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdf

This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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