Product Development Engineer – Dynamometer Testing Engineer

Ford Motor Company

Engine Test Engineer overseeing daily dynamometer tests for gasoline and diesel powertrains in Ford's Dearborn Laboratory. Collaborating with engineering teams to ensure quality data and operational efficiency.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $63,480 - $162,120 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the daily operation and execution of engine dynamometer tests, ensuring all test matrices are completed on schedule and to exact engineering requirements.
Interface daily with requesting engineering teams to understand test objectives, provide status updates, and deliver accurate test results.
Monitor active tests to ensure rigorous product quality and durability standards are maintained throughout the testing lifecycle.
Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for lab operations, resolving mechanical, electrical, or software issues rapidly to minimize test downtime.
Maintain detailed daily documentation, including test logs, quality control measures, and standard operating procedures.
Lead root-cause analysis and corrective action initiatives when testing anomalies, equipment faults, or product quality issues are identified during daily operations.
Identify and implement opportunities for improving daily operational efficiency, test throughput, and data accuracy.
Conduct daily review, analysis, and validation of test data to support powertrain development and quality initiatives.
Ensure data correlation and accuracy across multiple test cells and lab environments.
Utilize statistical process controls (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor and continuously enhance data integrity and product reliability.
Manage test schedules, resource allocation, and daily throughput targets to ensure the timely delivery of test results.
Coordinate with lab technicians and support staff to ensure test cells are properly prepared, maintained, and calibrated for upcoming tests.
Employ a process-driven approach to standardizing daily lab operations, engine rigging, and teardown procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive, or a related Engineering discipline
Working knowledge of internal combustion engines, fluid flow mechanics, and basic heat transfer properties.
Experience with data analysis and a strong foundation in statistics and quality control methodologies.
A motivated, self-starting individual with the ability to manage daily operational challenges and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
The Engineer is expected to understand and effectively utilize product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford’s PLM ecosystem
Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project).
Previous hands-on experience in a powertrain-related role or daily engine dynamometer testing operations (preferred).
Experience with product quality assurance, failure analysis, and continuous improvement processes (e.g., Six Sigma, 8D) (preferred).
Knowledge of quality management systems and standardized testing procedures (preferred).
Familiarity with test cell automation software and data acquisition systems (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

engine dynamometer testingdata analysisstatisticsquality control methodologiesroot-cause analysisstatistical process controlsmechanical troubleshootingelectrical troubleshootingsoftware troubleshootingfluid flow mechanics

Soft Skills

organizational skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsadaptabilityself-motivationleadershipcollaborationattention to detailtime managementprocess-driven approach