Ford Motor Company

Motorsports Engine Builder

Ford Motor Company • $65K — $166K *
Allen Park, MI 48101In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
4 days ago
Be an Early Applicant
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in race or high-performance engine building.
  • Strong understanding of internal combustion engine theory, mechanics, and systems.
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, disassemble, and rebuild high-performance race engines to meet engineering standards.
  • Maintain detailed records of engine builds for quality assurance.
  • Conduct non-destructive tests to verify component integrity and precision.
  • Follow cleanroom protocols to prevent contamination.
  • Identify and implement improvements in build and teardown processes.
  • Organize facilities to support high-quality engine building.
  • Support dyno testing activities during engine installation and removal.

Benefits

  • Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Flexible family care days and paid parental leave options.
  • Family building benefits, including adoption expense reimbursement.
  • Employee vehicle discount program benefits for family members and management leases.
  • Tuition assistance for further education.
  • Active employee resource groups for community engagement.
  • Paid time off for community service and a generous holiday schedule.
  • Option to purchase additional vacation time.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a highly dynamic environment, developing cutting edge powertrains to race around the world.

This role requires 5 days onsite in Allen Park, MI.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...
  • Perform assembly, disassembly, and rebuilding of high-performance race engines, adhering to engineering specifications and quality standards
  • Maintain detailed records of all engine builds, including component history and critical tolerances, ensuring traceability and quality assurance
  • Execute non-destructive tests and inspections, such as crack testing and detailed tolerance checks, to verify component integrity and dimensional accuracy
  • Strictly adhere to cleanroom protocols and best practices to prevent contamination
  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvements in build and teardown processes
  • Organize and maintain facilities to ensure a suitable build environment for world class race engines
  • Generate engine teardown reports including pictures and measurement data
  • Provide support for dyno testing, including build verification, performance development, as well as engine installation and removal


Qualifications

You'll have...
  • Minimum 3+ years of race or high-performance engine building experience, which includes a strong understanding of internal combustion engine theory, mechanics, and systems.
  • Capable of standing for long periods and occasionally moving parts weighing up to 50 lbs.


Even better, you may have...
  • Proficient knowledge of manufacturing processes and the ability to accurately interpret complex engineering blueprints and schematics.
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
  • Expertise using measurement instruments such as calipers, bore gauges, micrometers, etc.
  • Proactive problem-solving skills by consistently seeking and implementing solutions to technical challenges.
  • Ability to fabricate unique solutions given limited resources.
  • Proficiency with computer systems and related software applications (Microsoft applications).
  • Possess a competitive spirit, can-do attitude, and interest in motorsports.


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


This position is a salary grade 5 - 8 and ranges from $65,100 - $166,200.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here.

Visa sponsorship 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.

#LI-Onsite #FR1 #LI-LC2

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company manufactures or distributes automobiles in addition to offering financial services. The company sells to dealerships for retail sales, and for sale to fleet customers, including commercial fleet customers, daily rental car companies, and governments. Ford’s vehicle portfolio includes automobiles, buses, tractors, and trucks. Retail financing includes retail installment sale contracts for new and used vehicles, and direct financing leases for new vehicles to retail customers, government entities, daily rental car companies, and fleet customers. Finance receivables in the non-consumer portfolio include products offered to automotive dealers. Ford’s environmental initiatives include compressed natural gas, flexible fuel vehicles, electric drive vehicles, Hydrogen, PC power management, and so on. Ford Motor Company was founded by Henry Ford in 1903 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.

Ford Motor Company Careers

Join the dynamic team at Ford Motor Company, a global leader in automotive innovation and manufacturing. At Ford, we are committed to driving human progress by providing outstanding vehicles and mobility solutions. This is an exciting time to become part of our inclusive team, where job opportunities abound and growth is not just a possibility, but a promise.

Work You’ll Do

At Ford Motor Company, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our professionals are at the forefront of automotive technology, leading projects that redefine transportation and sustainability. With a culture rooted in continuous improvement and respect for all, Ford offers a workplace where leadership, diversity training, and innovation are part of everyday life.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

Ford’s commitment to excellence is why we are a leader in the automotive sector. We offer a variety of career paths, from engineering to marketing, all designed to foster professional and personal growth. Our team benefits from Ford’s commitment to professional development and networking opportunities, ensuring that every team member can reach their full potential.

Innovative Work

Engage in work that makes a difference. Ford Motor Company is pioneering developments in electrification, autonomous vehicles, and smart mobility solutions. Our team of over 190,000 employees worldwide is dedicated to crafting experiences that improve the way the world moves.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at Ford means more than just having a job; it means being part of a global family. Our culture promotes teamwork, integrity, and respect—values that underpin everything we do. We believe in nurturing a diverse and inclusive environment where every employee can thrive.

Future-Proof Your Career

Ford Motor Company is not just a great place to work; it’s a place to build a lasting career. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, comprehensive health care, and retirement plans that rank among the best in the industry. We support career advancement through extensive training programs and hands-on experience in the latest automotive technologies.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for your next challenge or a student interested in an internship, Ford has opportunities that will harness your skills and ignite your ambition. Our hiring process is straightforward and respectful, designed to match your skills and passions with the right position.

Stay Connected

Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Ready to start your journey with Ford? Prepare your resume, sharpen your interview skills, and become part of a company that’s building the future of transportation.

Keep Up to Date

Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here.

Job Alert Emails

Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at Ford Motor Company. Join us at Ford, where we go further so you can go farther in your career.
Learn more about Ford Motor Company
Size
183,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.8 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$127.1 billion
NASDAQ
F
* Ladders Estimates

Similar Jobs

Ad banner background

Get Ready For Your
Next Interview

More Jobs at Ford Motor Company

More Manufacturing & Automotive Jobs

Find similar Motorsports Engine Builder jobs:

NationwideAllen Park, MI