In this position...
Ford Motor Company's Under Body Systems Engineering (UnSE) team within Product Development is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Automotive Driveline / Propulsion System Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. This critical role involves the development, integration, and validation of driveline systems for traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles, manual transmission applications, and next-generation Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of system-level engineering, transmission and driveline technologies, electric motor systems, gearboxes, system safety, and overall vehicle performance.
This position provides the opportunity to work in a global, fast-paced, collaborative environment with exposure to several cross-functional areas including ICE powertrain systems, manual transmissions, Electric Vehicle systems, NVH, Vehicle Operations, Tier 1/2 Suppliers, Manufacturing, and Program Management.
What you'll do...
Integrate new driveline systems and driveline features into existing and future ICE, hybrid, and electric vehicle architectures
Lead the development, integration, validation, and launch support of driveline systems, including manual transmissions, conventional driveline components, and electric drive units
Provide technical driveline system support throughout all phases of vehicle development to ensure robust program execution and performance
Work with program teams to understand the required functional and physical properties of driveline systems and subsystems
Ensure linkage to System DFMEA and Manufacturing PFMEA activities
Collaborate with suppliers, Vehicle Engineering, Controls, Manufacturing, and Program Teams to deliver system and subsystem interfaces
Serve as the primary technical interface with suppliers to manage engineering deliverables, issue resolution, timing, validation testing, and launch readiness
Lead supplier technical reviews and support component sourcing, design reviews, validation, and production readiness activities
Identify, track, and resolve engineering issues related to driveline system performance, durability, quality, manufacturability, and customer satisfaction
Manage commodity controls/software engineering signoff activities as required
Support component, subsystem, and vehicle-level testing, including bench, dyno, and vehicle validation
Support program launches and production issue resolution
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in automotive system engineering with a focus on powertrain, driveline, transmission, propulsion, or vehicle systems
Experience with driveline systems supporting Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), manual transmission, hybrid, and/or Electric Vehicle (EV) applications
Proven experience with Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains, including PDUs, SDUs, eBeams, high-voltage battery interfaces, and thermal management strategies
Strong knowledge of driveline mechanics, including transmissions, gears, differentials, clutches, axle assemblies, and electric drive systems
Experience working directly with automotive suppliers and managing technical deliverables throughout the product development process
Familiarity with control systems and calibration for driveline and powertrain applications
2+ years of experience in vehicle electrification or a related automotive engineering domain
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all functions and organizational levels
