Ford Racing Ongoing Production Development (OPD) / Total Value Management (TVM) Engineer

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Allen Park, MI, USA
Hybrid
74K-166K Annually
Mid level
Automotive
The Role
Design and release automotive components and systems for Ford Racing vehicles. Manage cross-functional suppliers and engineering teams while meeting quality, cost, weight, function, and timing targets. Lead prototype and launch issue resolution, design changes, regulatory compliance, and customer-focused material interfaces. Execute Total Value Management cost-reduction initiatives, including CRID tracking, VCAT activities, cross-functional workshops, and coordination with finance and global material cost teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

In this position...

In this position you will be responsible for the design and release of multiple products on the most exciting vehicles Ford Racing produces

You will manage multiple cross functional relationships both internally and externally to help ensure the successful launch of current & next generation, segment defining products

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

  • Lead the design, release, and delivery of components and systems across multiple commodities for Ford Racing on current & upcoming new model program
  • Manage Quality, Cost, Weight, Function and Timing (QCWFT) to support program & engineering GPDS milestones
  • Lead FSS (Full Service Suppliers) and/or other internal/external resources to deliver subject program
  • Manage design and color/material studio interfaces to deliver to customer expectations
  • Assure conformance to the Ford Racing DNA and all applicable Ford & regulatory requirements
  • Develop innovative solutions for high-performance vehicles and our enthusiast customers
  • Support issue resolution and design change management during the prototype build and launch builds
  • Interface and maintain collaborative relationship with Core Engineering Organization
  • Drive cost reduction execution across Ford Racing programs, leveraging the TVM process, CRID tracking, and VCAT activities to identify and implement design and product cost actions
  • Execute and facilitate the TVM process for cost reduction activities and delivery on Ford Racing programs, including:
  • Coordinating cross-functional work and managing related meeting cadence
  • Tracking CRID actions from ideation through implementation, driving for earliest possible implementation
  • Supporting VCAT events/initiatives to attack and validate cost opportunities across programs
  • Lead the planning and delivery of cross functional events and enablers to identify new cost reduction initiatives
  • Partner with the Global Material Cost Team and TVM Finance to ensure compliance with business practices for design and planned product cost actions on current and new model programs
  • Escalate issues as needed to ensure appropriate support and alignment at all levels
Qualifications

You'll have...

  • Bachelors of Science in Engineering required
  • 3-5+ Years of experience in Design & Release
  • 2+ Year of experience using CAD or other visualization tools
  • Understanding of program delivery processes / GPDS

Even better, you may have...

  • Masters of Science in Engineering

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 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500. 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.

Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.
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.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.

This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.
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Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
  • 3-5+ years of experience in Design and Release
  • 2+ years of experience using CAD or other visualization tools
  • Understanding of program delivery processes and GPDS
  • Master of Science degree in Engineering

Ford Motor Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength — Eligible employees can access medical, dental, and prescription coverage starting on the first day, with some zero-cost plan options and free mental health support. Benefits materials highlight comprehensive healthcare as a core pillar.
  • Retirement Support — Employees can enroll in a 401(k)-style plan from day one, and some salaried plans include a company match of $0.90 per dollar on the first 5% contributed. Official summaries also describe financial-planning support.
  • Parental & Family Support — The package includes paid parental leave, fertility, surrogacy, and adoption benefits, plus a ramp-up program for new parents returning to work. Flexible family-care days and other time-off options support caregiving needs.

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