As a Product Development Engineer - Powertrain Calibration, you will be responsible for calibration and development of leading edge aftertreatment technologies for PM, NOx, HC, and CO reduction for gasoline powertrains to meet global emissions and OBD requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Evaluating and assessing vehicle attributes (performance, fuel economy, emissions, diagnostics, NVH) on vehicles and engine dynamometer test cells
• Modifying powertrain control calibrations to improve fuel economy, performance, emissions, and diagnostics
• Designing and conducting tests to validate engine and vehicle fuel economy, performance, emissions, and diagnostics
• Conducting vehicle testing and development at remote locations in Arizona, Colorado, and Northern Canada

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in Powertrain Calibration
• 1+ years’ experience with one more of the following software tools: ETAS, ATI, or MATLAB

Preferred qualifications include:

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Powertrain Calibration
• Strong understanding and experience with Accurate Technologies, Inc. (ATI), or similar, testing and data acquisition tools and software
• Strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Strong problem-solving and conflict management skills
• Successful candidate should be able to demonstrate leadership in One FORD (leadership) behaviours combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills

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In this position, you will serve as a PD engineer responsible for 10 speed RWD and their integration into vehicle spaces. You will take ownership of the DV and PV strategies to deliver a best-in-class powertrain system. You will work as a team to improve part quality and increase the customer experience. You will own and deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for key GPDS milestones.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis
• Facilitate supplier data integration and develop CAD studies to support and drive design improvements
• Serve as a PD engineer responsible for 10 speed RWD and their integration into vehicle spaces
• Take ownership of the DV and PV strategies to deliver a best-in-class powertrain system
• Work as a team to improve part quality and increase the customer experience
• Own and deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for key GPDS milestones

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• 3 years of automotive transmission or powertrain experience
• 1 year of CAD experience
• Cal tools experience preferred, ATI, INCA, ETAS, etc.
• CAE/FEA, fluid CFD and another Analytical tools preferred
• Electrical component or electrical system experience preferred
• Ford design/release experience preferred
• Hands-on problem solver and strong root cause skills
• Independent, self-starter when required
• Good communicator and can foster relationships with suppliers
• A 'be curious' and 'continuous improvement' mindset

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.

Salary:

• This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $63,480-106,680.
• This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440.
• This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360.
• This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.

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.

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The thermal systems engineer will also be responsible for identifying and resolving trade-offs between competing attributes, developing roadmaps for improvement, and communicating attribute status to stakeholders.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams (Powertrain, Aerodynamics, Studio, Body Engineering, CAD/CAE resources and motorsport) to architect thermal solutions that meet aggressive performance targets.

Responsibilities:

• Own the thermal system architecture for assigned performance vehicle programs, including engine cooling circuits (radiators, CACs, oil coolers, etc)
• Define system requirements and performance targets (coolant flow, temperature limits, pressure drops, heat rejection capacity, etc.) in alignment with vehicle-level performance and durability goals
• Lead 1D and CFD-based analysis of underhood and powertrain thermal systems, modeling fluid flows through radiators, intercoolers, oil coolers, and related engine-side components
• Partner with aerodynamics and studio teams to use CFD to help optimize body features for managing airflow
• Develop and execute test plans for vehicle-level testing and validation, including instrumentation, climatic wind tunnel testing, and supporting test trips to off-site test facilities such as test tracks
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of thermal issues discovered during development
• Present technical status, trade-offs, and recommendations to program management and senior engineering leadership

Qualifications:

• BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace or related) with 3+ years of Product Development experience desired
• Experience in thermal system development and 1D analysis
• Experience in analytical modeling, system level testing, vehicle level testing and correlation of testing to customer experience
• Strong enthusiasm for and knowledge of high-performance vehicles and the customers who purchase them
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills required
• Need to be self-starter with ability to deliver results and overcome obstacles
• Position will require some travel and occasional extended hours to complete testing and/or issue resolution

Even Better, You May Have:

• MS in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace or related)
• 5+ years of thermal systems development
• Experience with CFD vehicle modeling software and analysis
• Experience with ATI, PTDAIG or other vehicle data acquisition and analysis systems
• CAD knowledge and capability
• Performance driving experience (drag strip or off-road) and/or credentials within Ford is a plus. (≥Tier II)

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Responsibilities:

• Serve as a PD engineer responsible for 10-speed RWD and their integration into vehicle spaces.
• Take ownership of the DV and PV strategies to deliver a best-in-class powertrain system.
• Work as a team to improve part quality and increase the customer experience.
• Own and deliver transmission system level assessments and evidence for key GPDS milestones.
• Lead Key life test and other dyno testing requirements and execution of system signoff requirements
• Must be in Livonia Michigan 4 days a week or more depending on specific testing/hardware needs.
• Work with Ford Powertrain Manufacturing and Ford Vehicle Assembly Plants on manufacturing related improvement actions.
• Short term travel may be required.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar degree.
• 1 year of automotive transmission or powertrain experience.
• 1 year of CAD experience.
• Even better, you may have:
• Master's degree in engineering or similar degree.
• Vehicle repair or vehicle diagnostics background.
• Cal tools experience preferred, ATI, INCA, ETAS, etc.
• CAE/FEA, fluid CFD and another Analytical tools preferred.
• Electrical component or electrical system experience preferred.
• Ford design/release experience preferred.
• Hands-on problem solver and strong root cause skills.
• Independent, self-starter when required.
• Good communicator and can foster relationships with suppliers.
• A 'be curious' and 'continuous improvement' mindset.

Salary: 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. 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.

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