Ford Motor Company · 11 hours ago
Component Design & Release Engineer- V6 Engine
Dearborn, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFord Motor Company is seeking a Component Design & Release Engineer for their V6 Nano Engine Powerpack Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for design and release activities associated with engine components and will lead resolution of design, manufacturing, and quality issues.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop and release valvetrain and cam drive subsystem and components which meet program requirements and timing in accordance with Ford GPDS milestones
Lead / Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, quality, and launch issues
Create, complete, and approve supplier and Ford engine DVPs and oversee testing in support of robust validation
Lead Sub System CPMT activities
Support all program meetings (EPMT, Design Review, DPMT, change control, etc.)
Lead drawing release and changes
Interface with Calibration, mating components, Purchasing, suppliers, and mfg./assembly plants
Prototype Build coordination: load forward model part numbers into system and ensure fit and function
Work directly with suppliers, Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), and launch teams to support programs and resolve quality issues, including travel both domestic and international when required
WERS (Worldwide engineering release system) coordination; alerts, Concerns and SREA processing
Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (ESOW, DFMEA, FEDE, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, OPTEX, PPAP & PSW’s, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities
Create, complete, and approve supplier and internal DV/PV test plans and oversee testing in support of robust validation
Lead/Support warranty reduction and issue resolution using a structured 8D documented approach
Lead/Support TVM cost reduction idea generation and implementation
Lead/Support change control activities
Travel as necessary to Ford Assembly Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
2+ years of valvetrain and/or cam drive component and system/subsystem D&R experience
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Knowledge of FMEA's, Control Plans, and DV/PV Plans
Knowledge of GD&T and Dimensional Control (SPC, Statistics, Etc.)
Strong problem solving skills and background
An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team
Preferred
Master's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
Other component and Systems/Subsystems internal combustion engine D&R experience
Proven delivery of balanced Quality, Cost, Weight and Functional attributes for components / sub-systems
Utilization of Six Sigma tools & problem-solving tools. (8D's, 3 legged 5 Why's, etc.)
Basic knowledge of NVH, Materials, Durability, and Manufacturing processes
Knowledge of Ford Motor Company's Global Product Development System and design release process
Benefits
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.
Company
Ford Motor Company
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10001+ employees
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$16.23BKey Investors
US Department of EnergySoros Fund Management
2025-07-29Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2023-08-17Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2023-06-22Debt Financing· $9.2B
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James Farley
Chief Executive Officer
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COO
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