Powertrain Architecture Supervisor

Ford Motor Company

Pre-Program Architecture Supervisor defining and integrating vehicle propulsion systems. Leading innovations in electrification and advanced technologies at Ford.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeLivonia • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

GroovyPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define overall powertrain architecture, power flow, efficiency, and key component requirements (battery, motor, controller, transmission).
Lead system trade-off studies (cost, weight, function) and ensure seamless integration with vehicle systems.
Drive development of advanced propulsion solutions, stay updated on trends, and contribute to technology roadmaps.
Collaborate with mechanical, thermal, software, and supplier teams for robust execution.
Use high-fidelity simulation tools to predict behavior and validate models.
Plan and support system validation activities to meet targets and standards.
Drive engineering excellence through Failure Mode Avoidance tools.
Create system documentation (architecture diagrams, functional specs) and govern system-level requirements.
Define upfront design, verification plans and methods, and industrialization processes for various underbody components.
Work with purchasing and suppliers to deliver high quality component designs with best cost, weight, and function.
Lead a team through GPDS program gateways and deliverables including design, sourcing, prototype procurement, analytical/physical validation, and PPAP in support of multiple global programs concurrently.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or a related field.
5+ years of transmission or power unit (eDrive) development experience.
5+ years of CAD experience.
Masters in product development or other Engineering degree preferred.
Proficiency in MBSE tools, CAD/CAE simulation environments, and data analysis platforms.
Versed in UML and SysML modeling languages preferred.
Basic software writing in Python or Groovy preferred.
Model Based System Engineering development utilizing MagicDraw/3DX toolkit preferred.
Experienced in analyzing a descriptive model to assist in complex decision making preferred.
Prior experience in Systems design and processes.
Proven delivery of balanced Quality/Cost/Weight/Function/Timing attributes for components or subsystems.
Clear communication skills and highly motivated to exceed expectations in a constantly changing product landscape.
Formal Systems Engineering knowledge to solve complex problems.
Expertise in systems engineering principles, including P-diagrams, DFMEA, and functional safety.
Strong foundation in FMA processes and documentation.
Strong understanding of vehicle dynamics, electric motors, battery systems, and traditional ICE components.

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 childcare 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

powertrain architecturepower flowefficiency analysiscomponent requirementstransmission developmentCADMBSE toolsUMLSysMLPython

Soft Skills

clear communicationteam leadershipproblem solvingmotivationcollaborationanalytical thinkingdecision makingadaptabilityengineering excellencedocumentation

Certifications

BS in Mechanical EngineeringBS in Electrical EngineeringBS in Industrial EngineeringMasters in product development