Product Development Engineer – Quality - Powertrain Systems & Issue Resolution
Ford Motor Company · Dearborn, MI · 1 mo ago
Hybrid$87k–$166k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: headings using for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate like EEO, visa sponsorship, etc. Must preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Let's extract sections:
- Intro paragraph: "We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position..." This is generic intro; could be "About the role" maybe.
- Then description: "We are seeking a Resolution-Focused Quality Engineer to lead the rapid elimination of powertrain controls and calibration-related technical issues. In this role, you will move beyond data observation to own the end-to-end solution. You will serve as the primary driver between Quality, Product Development, and Calibration teams to ensure field issues are contained, resolved, and prevented from recurring in future programs. This role is a critical bridge within the engineering organization. You will lead cross-functional task forces to navigate complex technical challenges and push engineering fixes through to production and the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive "fixer" with a technical background in Powertrain Systems (ICE, Electrified/xEV, Transmission, or Driveline) and Diagnostics who possesses the influence to drive action and improve customer satisfaction."
- Then "What You'll Do..." list of duties.
- Then "You'll have..." Minimum Requirements list.
- Then "Please Note: This role is currently posted under the IPTSE - ICE Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering group, after onboarding this role will be transferred to the VPSE - Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineering group." This is metadata; maybe we can include as a short paragraph under About the role or maybe drop as minor metadata.
- Then "Even better, if you have … Preferred ..." list of preferred qualifications.
- Then "You may not check every box..." encouragement to apply.
- Then benefits paragraph: "As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice..." list of benefits.
- Then salary info: "This position is a salary grade 7 and 8 and ranges from $86,600-$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."
- Then "For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR" (maybe we drop as link? It's a reference; but we can keep as a link in Benefits or Pay? Probably we can include as a link in Benefits or Pay. The instruction: preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we should keep the link maybe as within Benefits or Pay.
- Then "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." This is boilerplate (visa, work auth) maybe considered boilerplate; but it's substantive? It's a requirement. However instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. Visa sponsorship might be considered legal? It's a requirement about work authorization; maybe we keep as a short paragraph under Requirements? But they said remove EEO etc. Visa sponsorship maybe not EEO but still legal. Might be considered boilerplate; but it's a condition. I'd keep it as a short note under Requirements.
- Then "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer..." that's EEO boilerplate, remove.
- Then accommodation line: remove.
- Then "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." That's schedule info; we can include under Schedule section.
- Then "#VehicleHardwareEngineering" maybe a tag; drop.
Now we need to decide sections.
Potential sections:
- About the role (intro + role description)
- Responsibilities (What You'll Do)
- Requirements (Minimum Requirements)
- Preferred Qualifications (Even better, if you have …)
- Benefits (benefits paragraph)
- Pay (salary range)
- Schedule (hybrid info)
We should not include Qualifications separate if we have Requirements and Preferred Qualifications; but we can combine Requirements as "Requirements" and Preferred as "Preferred Qualifications" maybe under Skills? But instruction says use headings like Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can have Requirements and Preferred Qualifications maybe under "Qualifications". But we have both minimum and preferred; we could put minimum under Requirements and preferred under Qualifications or Skills. Let's follow: Requirements for minimum, Qualifications for preferred, Skills maybe for technical toolset? But we already have technical toolset in preferred. Could combine.
Simplify: Use sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We'll put minimum requirements under Requirements. Preferred qualifications under Qualifications.
Now we need to format lists with
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title. Must not include Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate like EEO, visa sponsorship, etc. Must preserve all substantive info.
We need to parse the posting.
Let's extract sections:
- Intro paragraph: "We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! In this position..." This is generic intro; could be "About the role" maybe.
- Then description: "We are seeking a Resolution-Focused Quality Engineer to lead the rapid elimination of powertrain controls and calibration-related technical issues. In this role, you will move beyond data observation to own the end-to-end solution. You will serve as the primary driver between Quality, Product Development, and Calibration teams to ensure field issues are contained, resolved, and prevented from recurring in future programs. This role is a critical bridge within the engineering organization. You will lead cross-functional task forces to navigate complex technical challenges and push engineering fixes through to production and the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive "fixer" with a technical background in Powertrain Systems (ICE, Electrified/xEV, Transmission, or Driveline) and Diagnostics who possesses the influence to drive action and improve customer satisfaction."
- Then "What You'll Do..." list of duties.
- Then "You'll have..." Minimum Requirements list.
- Then "Please Note: This role is currently posted under the IPTSE - ICE Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering group, after onboarding this role will be transferred to the VPSE - Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineering group." This is metadata; maybe we can include as a short paragraph under About the role or maybe drop as minor metadata.
- Then "Even better, if you have … Preferred ..." list of preferred qualifications.
- Then "You may not check every box..." encouragement to apply.
- Then benefits paragraph: "As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice..." list of benefits.
- Then salary info: "This position is a salary grade 7 and 8 and ranges from $86,600-$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."
- Then "For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR" (maybe we drop as link? It's a reference; but we can keep as a link in Benefits or Pay? Probably we can include as a link in Benefits or Pay. The instruction: preserve all substantive information; do not invent or summarize away detail. So we should keep the link maybe as within Benefits or Pay.
- Then "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." This is boilerplate (visa, work auth) maybe considered boilerplate; but it's substantive? It's a requirement. However instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. Visa sponsorship might be considered legal? It's a requirement about work authorization; maybe we keep as a short paragraph under Requirements? But they said remove EEO etc. Visa sponsorship maybe not EEO but still legal. Might be considered boilerplate; but it's a condition. I'd keep it as a short note under Requirements.
- Then "We are an Equal Opportunity Employer..." that's EEO boilerplate, remove.
- Then accommodation line: remove.
- Then "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." That's schedule info; we can include under Schedule section.
- Then "#VehicleHardwareEngineering" maybe a tag; drop.
Now we need to decide sections.
Potential sections:
- About the role (intro + role description)
- Responsibilities (What You'll Do)
- Requirements (Minimum Requirements)
- Preferred Qualifications (Even better, if you have …)
- Benefits (benefits paragraph)
- Pay (salary range)
- Schedule (hybrid info)
We should not include Qualifications separate if we have Requirements and Preferred Qualifications; but we can combine Requirements as "Requirements" and Preferred as "Preferred Qualifications" maybe under Skills? But instruction says use headings like Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We can have Requirements and Preferred Qualifications maybe under "Qualifications". But we have both minimum and preferred; we could put minimum under Requirements and preferred under Qualifications or Skills. Let's follow: Requirements for minimum, Qualifications for preferred, Skills maybe for technical toolset? But we already have technical toolset in preferred. Could combine.
Simplify: Use sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Benefits, Pay, Schedule.
We'll put minimum requirements under Requirements. Preferred qualifications under Qualifications.
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We must not repeat job title as heading.
We must not include Job ID/requisition numbers.
We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience" etc. Not present.
Now craft HTML.
Let's draft:
About the role
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! We are seeking a Resolution-Focused Quality Engineer to lead the rapid elimination of powertrain controls and calibration-related technical issues. In this role, you will move beyond data observation to own the end-to-end solution. You will serve as the primary driver between Quality, Product Development, and Calibration teams to ensure field issues are contained, resolved, and prevented from recurring in future programs. This role is a critical bridge within the engineering organization. You will lead cross-functional task forces to navigate complex technical challenges and push engineering fixes through to production and the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive "fixer" with a technical background in Powertrain Systems (ICE, Electrified/xEV, Transmission, or Driveline) and Diagnostics who possesses the influence to drive action and improve customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Drive End-to-End Resolution: Lead the lifecycle of top powertrain controls and calibration concerns, managing the process from initial field detection to verified implementation of the fix.
- Lead Technical Task Forces: Orchestrate cross-functional "war rooms" and rapid-response teams to define root causes and execute corrective actions for hardware, software, or calibration concerns.
- Influence Engineering Priorities: Negotiate with engineering and calibration departments by presenting data-backed technical business cases that demand immediate resolution action.
- Project Manage Field Fixes: Manage the rollout of software updates and service calibrations, ensuring that Service, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams are aligned to meet aggressive resolution timelines.
- Verify Solution Effectiveness: Track post-implementation performance in the field to ensure the "fix" successfully resolved the customer concern without introducing secondary failure modes.
- Orchestrate Service Documentation: Lead the development of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and service instructions to ensure dealership and field technicians can resolve issues efficiently.
- Enforce Prevent Reoccurrence (PR): Document lessons learned and capture technical data to ensure failure modes are integrated into future design rules and "best practice" calibration sets.
- Manufacturing & Launch Support: Drive timely resolution for launch-critical quality issues involving system functionality or diagnostic calibrations at the assembly plant.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or equivalent) or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in powertrain calibration and emissions validation
- 3+ years of experience in an automotive engineering role with a focus on technical problem-solving (e.g., Quality, Systems Engineering, or Calibration)
- Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis investigations using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, or Red X)
- Proven ability to drive results in a matrixed environment where you must influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
- Working knowledge of powertrain calibration delivery, vehicle-level data acquisition, or diagnostic monitor functionality
- The Engineer will be responsible for using CAD to support quality investigations and issue resolution
- This role also requires the usage of six sigma resolution techniques like DMAIC
- Valid Driver’s License (to support vehicle-level data collection or testing as needed)
- Note: This role is currently posted under the IPTSE - ICE Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering group, after onboarding this role will be transferred to the VPSE - Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineering group.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Qualifications
- Bias for Action: A track record of significantly reducing "Time-to-Fix" metrics for complex technical issues.
- Quality Certification: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Project Management Skills: Experience leading "Tiger Teams" or using project management tools (e.g., Jira, ADO) to track issue resolution progress.
- Technical Toolset: Proficiency with vehicle networking tools (e.g., CANalyzer, INCA, or PUMA) and enterprise quality management systems.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of global emissions and On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) regulatory requirements.
- Communication Excellence: Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical failures into clear, actionable executive summaries for senior leadership.
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
- For more information on salary and benefits, click here
Pay
This position is a salary grade 7 and 8 and ranges from $86,600-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and
. We must not repeat job title as heading. We must not include Job ID/requisition numbers. We must not include filler like "commensurate with experience" etc. Not present. Now craft HTML. Let's draft:
About the role
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more! We are seeking a Resolution-Focused Quality Engineer to lead the rapid elimination of powertrain controls and calibration-related technical issues. In this role, you will move beyond data observation to own the end-to-end solution. You will serve as the primary driver between Quality, Product Development, and Calibration teams to ensure field issues are contained, resolved, and prevented from recurring in future programs. This role is a critical bridge within the engineering organization. You will lead cross-functional task forces to navigate complex technical challenges and push engineering fixes through to production and the field. The ideal candidate is a proactive "fixer" with a technical background in Powertrain Systems (ICE, Electrified/xEV, Transmission, or Driveline) and Diagnostics who possesses the influence to drive action and improve customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Drive End-to-End Resolution: Lead the lifecycle of top powertrain controls and calibration concerns, managing the process from initial field detection to verified implementation of the fix.
- Lead Technical Task Forces: Orchestrate cross-functional "war rooms" and rapid-response teams to define root causes and execute corrective actions for hardware, software, or calibration concerns.
- Influence Engineering Priorities: Negotiate with engineering and calibration departments by presenting data-backed technical business cases that demand immediate resolution action.
- Project Manage Field Fixes: Manage the rollout of software updates and service calibrations, ensuring that Service, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams are aligned to meet aggressive resolution timelines.
- Verify Solution Effectiveness: Track post-implementation performance in the field to ensure the "fix" successfully resolved the customer concern without introducing secondary failure modes.
- Orchestrate Service Documentation: Lead the development of Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and service instructions to ensure dealership and field technicians can resolve issues efficiently.
- Enforce Prevent Reoccurrence (PR): Document lessons learned and capture technical data to ensure failure modes are integrated into future design rules and "best practice" calibration sets.
- Manufacturing & Launch Support: Drive timely resolution for launch-critical quality issues involving system functionality or diagnostic calibrations at the assembly plant.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or equivalent) or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in powertrain calibration and emissions validation
- 3+ years of experience in an automotive engineering role with a focus on technical problem-solving (e.g., Quality, Systems Engineering, or Calibration)
- Demonstrated experience leading root cause analysis investigations using structured methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, Fishbone, or Red X)
- Proven ability to drive results in a matrixed environment where you must influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
- Working knowledge of powertrain calibration delivery, vehicle-level data acquisition, or diagnostic monitor functionality
- The Engineer will be responsible for using CAD to support quality investigations and issue resolution
- This role also requires the usage of six sigma resolution techniques like DMAIC
- Valid Driver’s License (to support vehicle-level data collection or testing as needed)
- Note: This role is currently posted under the IPTSE - ICE Propulsion Thermal Systems Engineering group, after onboarding this role will be transferred to the VPSE - Vehicle Propulsion Systems Engineering group.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Qualifications
- Bias for Action: A track record of significantly reducing "Time-to-Fix" metrics for complex technical issues.
- Quality Certification: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Project Management Skills: Experience leading "Tiger Teams" or using project management tools (e.g., Jira, ADO) to track issue resolution progress.
- Technical Toolset: Proficiency with vehicle networking tools (e.g., CANalyzer, INCA, or PUMA) and enterprise quality management systems.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of global emissions and On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) regulatory requirements.
- Communication Excellence: Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical failures into clear, actionable executive summaries for senior leadership.
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
- For more information on salary and benefits, click here
Pay
This position is a salary grade 7 and 8 and ranges from $86,600-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and