The Role
Designs and releases powertrain components and subsystems for internal combustion and electric vehicle applications. Responsibilities include developing CAD designs, coordinating CAE validation, executing hardware tests, maintaining DVP&R documentation, coordinating suppliers, supporting prototype and pre-production builds, and assisting with production launches. The role is onsite in Allen Park, Michigan, and requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Roush, we fuse together technology and engineering to provide product development solutions to customers in a diverse range of industries. Widely recognized for providing engineering, testing, prototype, and manufacturing services to the transportation industry, Roush also provides significant support to the aerospace, defense, and theme park industries. With over 2,400 employees in facilities throughout the United States, Europe, Asia, and South America, our unique combination of creativity and tenacity activates big ideas on a global stage.
Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.
The Powertrain Product Engineer I role will be responsible for component and sub-system design & release of powertrain hardware. The role is supported by project team members and department staff. This role is onsite full-time in Allen Park, MI.
Powertrain functional responsibilities may vary on an individual project basis, but typical assignments include work on these main systems:
Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD, LTD, 401K, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, paid holidays, and more.
The Powertrain Product Engineer I role will be responsible for component and sub-system design & release of powertrain hardware. The role is supported by project team members and department staff. This role is onsite full-time in Allen Park, MI.
Powertrain functional responsibilities may vary on an individual project basis, but typical assignments include work on these main systems:
- Internal Combustion Engines (ICE) components and sub-systems for gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuel applications
- Air induction & filtration
- Exhaust & aftertreatment systems (pipe & muffler, catalysts, isolation, etc.)
- Fuel systems (storage / supply) for gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuel (CNG, LPG) applications
- Powertrain thermal systems (engine cooling and HVAC)
- EV propulsion systems and power electronics hardware
- Apply relevant engineering analysis to create new component & subsystem designs to meet customer requirements
- Work with CAD resources to develop 3D models and 2D prints
- Coordinate with CAE resources to analytically validate designs
- Develop & execute hardware test plans to validate function while maintaining relevant DVP&R documentation:
- Process data
- Document test results
- Report on status both internally as well as externally to customers
- Interface and coordinate with suppliers to deliver both prototype parts and production solutions
- Support prototype and pre-production build events
- Support production launch for responsible components/systems
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related degree
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer sponsorship
- Have a willingness to switch disciplines as needed, as this is critical for success in this role
- High mechanical aptitude, working knowledge of generic product development tasks from inception to production and basic understanding of all powertrain subsystems:
- IC engines
- EV powertrain systems and components
- Air induction & filtration
- Exhaust & aftertreatment systems
- Fuel systems (gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels such as CNG & LPG)
- Powertrain thermal systems (engine cooling, battery thermal management and HVAC)
- Ability to read and interpret technical prints and assembly instructions (including a working knowledge of GD&T)
- Familiarity with DFMEA and DVP&R documents
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem- solving skills
- Ability to work both independently and in team settings while handling multiple assignments simultaneously
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Willingness and ability to learn "on the fly" with minimal structured training (i.e. self directed)
- Collegiate experience in a team such as Formula SAE (IC, hybrid or electric) or Baja working the powertrain related subsystems
- Hands-on experience around powertrain hardware (personal projects / routine maintenance, etc.)
- Ability to handle new, and sometimes unfamiliar technical assignments with minimal guidance
- General understanding of prototype as well as production manufacturing and assembly processes (ex. low and high volume fabrication and machining methodologies)
- Basic 3D CAD software capabilities (to be able to generate initial basic design concepts/sketches)
- Prior experience with OEM automotive, military, commercial truck, or agricultural powertrain engineering systems and processes (co-op or full-time)
If you share our passion for providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, we want you on our team.
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Roush is an EO employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
If you need a reasonable accommodation for our employment application process due to disability, please contact Roush Talent Acquisition at (734) 779-7087.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
- High mechanical aptitude and knowledge of product development from inception through production
- Basic understanding of internal combustion engines, EV powertrains, air induction, exhaust, fuel, thermal, and HVAC systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical prints and assembly instructions, including GD&T
- Familiarity with DFMEA and DVP&R documentation
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams while managing multiple assignments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Willingness and ability to learn independently with minimal structured training
- Collegiate Formula SAE or Baja powertrain experience
- Hands-on experience with powertrain hardware
- Ability to handle unfamiliar technical assignments with minimal guidance
- Understanding of prototype and production manufacturing and assembly processes
- Basic 3D CAD software capabilities
- Prior OEM automotive, military, commercial truck, or agricultural powertrain engineering experience
Roush Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Roush and has not been reviewed or approved by Roush.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as platinum-level and affordable, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, telemedicine, and wellness supports such as EAP, diabetes, and tobacco-cessation programs. Core protections like short- and long-term disability and life/AD&D are highlighted as strengths.
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Retirement Support — An employer-matched 401(k) is emphasized, with plan features such as profit-sharing elements, auto-enrollment, and loan availability that enhance accessibility. The retirement offering is characterized as competitive and a standout within the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, paid holidays, and earned sick time are provided alongside leaves for family/medical needs, pregnancy/adoption, military duty, jury duty, and bereavement. The breadth supports varied time-off needs across different life events.
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