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In this position...
Product Development Engineer to support current and future Ford vehicle models responsible for the design and release and program application work for Passive Safety Electronics, Restraints Control Module and Crash sensors. Closely work with full-service suppliers to release hardware, software and calibration on time with highest quality.
What you'll do...
- Responsible for the Design and Release and Program Application work for Passive Safety Electronics system.
- Stay in sync with Program cost, weight, quality, performance and timing targets
- Ensure components are accurately packaged for each vehicle application
- Understand and apply Global Product Development System process
- Familiar with Ford processes (e.g. WERS, IVS, FEDE, JFROG, VSEM, JIRA, etc.)
- Follow Robustness Engineering Disciplines (e.g. Quality History, P-Diagram, FMEA, etc.)
- Apply Six-Sigma, 3L5W and 8D issue resolution processes
- Conduct Design Validation at the breadboard, HIL, bench simulation and in vehicle
- Sign off on Compliance Demonstration Plan and Report
- Support the Sourcing Process (e.g. investment, piece price, tooling cost reviews, etc.)
- Follow the Technical Design Review process
- Release parts through the product life cycle
- Support Change Control meetings
- Audit and update Bill of Material with accurate part levels and usage, for all builds and post Job 1
- Be aware of Worldwide Engineering changes and proceed accordingly
- Identify validation, durability and functional test requirements
- Define and verify engineering prototype requirements at part level
- Parts implementation/sign-off in assembly plant and assistance with quality issues in all Milestones
- Review/manage program direction letter revisions and proceed accordingly if affected
- Support prototype and vehicle launch
- Provide technical assistance to supplier through the supplier engagement process
- Participate in core activities based on skills, knowledge and desire
You'll have...
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
3+ years of experience in automotive industry
1+ year of experience with product development
Even better, you may have...
Strong understanding and application of engineering subject areas (e.g. engineering specifications, design validation, failure mode analysis, 8D, six sigma, etc.)
Highly motivated, extremely proactive, substantial attention to detail
Excellent team skills
Ability to quickly learn the job (with mentoring from others)
Ability to clearly and concisely communicate and interact with others, both oral and written
Ability to work with many activities and champion issue resolution
Knowledgeable in using AI tools, software coding and analyzing
Understanding of circuit design and worst-case circuit analysis
Knowledgeable about signal transfer and mechanical-electrical interfaces
Experience in Passive safety systems, Event Data Recorder
CAD packaging experience and/or experience in 3DX, CATIA and Team Center
Operational knowledge of desktop productivity and CAD software
Detailed understanding of vehicle electrical systems and electrical design/development process
Familiar with CAN networking tools, diagnostic protocols and trouble shooting
Knowledgeable about safety targets, deployable devices and safety functionality
Understanding of production processes
Understanding/experience with the design and development of automotive electrical features
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 $99,600-$166,600.
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.
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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. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-DP1
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering
- 3+ years of experience in the automotive industry
- 1+ year of product development experience
- Familiarity with Ford processes (WERS, IVS, FEDE, JFROG, VSEM, JIRA)
- Experience conducting design validation (breadboard, HIL, bench simulation, in-vehicle)
- Apply Six-Sigma, 3L5W and 8D issue resolution processes
- Understanding of circuit design and worst-case circuit analysis
- Knowledge of signal transfer and mechanical-electrical interfaces
- Experience in passive safety systems or Event Data Recorder
- CAD packaging experience and/or experience with 3DX, CATIA and Team Center
- Detailed understanding of vehicle electrical systems and electrical design/development process
- Familiar with CAN networking tools, diagnostic protocols and troubleshooting
- Knowledgeable in using AI tools, software coding and analyzing
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Pay Growth & Progression — The 2023 UAW–Ford agreement delivered immediate raises, restored cost-of-living adjustments, and accelerated progression to top rates for many hourly roles. These changes improved earnings trajectories compared with pre-2023 levels.
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Healthcare Strength — Hourly employees retained very low employee cost-sharing under the 2023–2028 UAW–Ford agreement, and salaried materials describe comprehensive day‑one medical, dental, and prescription coverage. Mental-health support and family‑building benefits add depth to the overall health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. salaried roles feature a notable 401(k) contribution and match structure, and post‑2023 updates increased retirement contributions for many UAW‑represented employees. Together these elements strengthen long‑term financial security.
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