ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Quality/Design Release Engineer – High Time In Service (HTIS) Reliability

About the role

The Quality/Design Release Engineer position focuses on issues with the engine and thermal systems that manifest later in product life. The role requires utilizing best practice problem solving to quickly determine root cause, develop strategies and tools to catch issues sooner, develop new designs and execute test plans that ensure such issues are averted in the future and support efficient and robust service solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead/support High Time in Service Quality Projects using Design for Six Sigma / 8D processes on aggressive timelines to support IPTSE’s warranty spend and failure rate reduction targets.
• Lead new/forward model product development of the base engine sub system for new engine platforms.
• Design, develop, and release components.
• Lead/Support resolution of major design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues as they arise.
• 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, included travel both domestic and international when required.
• WERS (Worldwide engineering release system) coordination; alerts, concerns and notice processing.
• Develop and maintain CPMT documents, including appropriate quality documents (ESOW, DFMEA, PTDV, e3P, SCCAF’s, Global Integrator, PPAP & PSW’s, 543 Chart etc.) for program specific sub-system responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in ME/EE/Material Science/Aerospace Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience leading projects.
• 2+ years of experience with internal combustion engines or after-treatment systems in one or more of the following areas: Design, Test, Controls, Calibration.

Qualifications

• 6-Sigma green belt, black belt and Design for Six Sigma experience a plus.
• Familiarity/experience with Strategic Problem Solving.
• Familiarity/experience with Failure Mode Avoidance and Robustness and Reliability processes.
• Familiarity with quality tools.
• Knowledge of key engine/powertrain subsystems including base engine, cooling, airpath, fuel, after-treatment, etc.
• Strong project management, problem solving and organization skills
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously
• Enjoys taking on new challenges, embraces learning and discovery.

Skills

• Understanding of product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem.
• Experience with CAD tools, including draft angle analysis, undercut detection, minimum bend radius validation for sheet metal, and clearance checks to support manufacturing and machining requirements.

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.

Pay

This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300.
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.

Schedule

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.