Ford Motor Company

Powertrain Systems Engineer

Ford Motor Company$86K — $166K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
  • 5+ years in automotive engine or propulsion systems engineering.
  • Experience in powertrain development from concept to production.
  • Knowledge of internal combustion engine systems and vehicle integration.
  • Skills in engineering problem-solving, including root cause analysis.
  • Experience in a cross-functional engineering environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Support development and integration of Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain system.
  • Coordinate powertrain activities to meet quality, performance, and cost targets.
  • Collaborate with various engineering teams for efficient system integration.
  • Define and track powertrain program deliverables and milestones.
  • Lead resolution of technical issues during development and launch.
  • Support prototype engine and vehicle build activities and issue identification.
  • Interface with manufacturing to ensure successful production implementation.

Benefits

  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
  • Flexible family care days and paid parental leave.
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members.
  • Tuition assistance offered for further education.
  • Generous schedule of paid holidays including a week off at year-end.
  • Paid time off for community service and additional vacation options.
  • Established employee resource groups for support and networking.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

Ford Racing is seeking a highly motivated Powertrain Systems Engineer to support the development and delivery of the Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain program. This role is responsible for powertrain systems integration and execution from development through production launch, ensuring achievement of quality, performance, cost, weight, and timing targets.

The successful candidate will work across engine, transmission, controls, calibration, vehicle, manufacturing, and supplier teams to help deliver world-class high-performance powertrain systems. This position requires strong technical aptitude, systems thinking, and the ability to effectively coordinate activities across multiple engineering disciplines.

We are looking for an engineer with a passion for high-performance vehicles, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in powertrain development, validation, and launch support.

Responsibilities

What you will do...
  • Support development and integration of the Mustang GTD 5.2L powertrain system.
  • Coordinate powertrain system activities to achieve program targets for quality, performance, cost, weight, timing, and manufacturability.
  • Work closely with engine, transmission, controls, calibration, and vehicle engineering teams to ensure efficient system integration.
  • Support definition, tracking, and execution of powertrain program deliverables and engineering milestones.
  • Lead and coordinate investigation and resolution of powertrain technical issues throughout development and launch phases.
  • Support prototype engine and vehicle build activities, including issue identification, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
  • Interface with manufacturing engineering, vehicle assembly plants, and engine production facilities to ensure successful production implementation.
  • Track and manage system-level concerns, validation results, and development actions through established Ford processes.
  • Support powertrain testing activities including development, durability, performance, and validation programs.
  • Prepare and present technical status updates, issue resolution plans, and program reviews to engineering management and cross-functional teams.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support component and system development activities.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables align with Ford GPDS and Ford Racing program requirements.


Qualifications

You'll have...
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in automotive engine or propulsion systems engineering.
  • Experience supporting powertrain development programs from concept through validation and production launch.
  • Working knowledge of internal combustion engine systems and vehicle powertrain integration principles.
  • Experience with engineering problem-solving methodologies including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
  • Experience working in a cross-functional engineering environment involving design, manufacturing, testing, and supplier teams.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to analyze technical data and make data-driven engineering recommendations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment and drive issue resolution.
  • Understanding of product development processes, engineering deliverables, and automotive launch activities.


Even better, if you have...

  • Master's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
  • Experience with high-performance vehicle or racing powertrain programs.
  • Knowledge of Ford GPDS processes and vehicle development systems.
  • Experience with powertrain validation, durability testing, or vehicle testing.
  • Working knowledge of engine controls, calibration, or powertrain software development.
  • Experience using CAD and/or CAE tools (CATIA, Teamcenter).
  • Experience supporting low-volume, specialty, or performance vehicle programs.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing launch support and quality processes.
  • Passion for motorsports and high-performance vehicle development.


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 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 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$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: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

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.

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