Powertrain System Engineer – Drivetrain & Underbody

Ford Motor Company

Powertrain Systems Engineer at Ford Racing delivering high-performance driveline systems from concept to production. Leading complex engineering projects with a focus on automotive innovation.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeAllen Park • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the conceptual layout and delivery of a new driveline system.
Manage program delivery of quality, cost, weight, function and timing from concept through to production.
Coordinate and manage outside engineering and design resources Interface with core technical specialists to ensure delivery of a quality system design.
Function as primary technical interface with manufacturing engineering to ensure the system fits with the process and meets commercial needs.
Technical management of all interface complexities with neighboring systems.
Support vehicle program/platform teams to address functional vehicle performance attributes.
Technical leadership for prototype builds.
Technical leadership for problem resolution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in the development of complete powertrain and underbody systems, with a strong emphasis on high performance applications.
Proven experience delivering multiple high-performance powertrain and underbody systems from concept and launch through production.
In-depth knowledge of automotive powertrain systems, current & future.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from conception to completion, meeting tight deadlines and budgetary constraints.
Significant experience working directly with manufacturing facilities, including successful resolution of complex production and quality issues in a fast-paced environment.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and motivate team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey tough technical issues to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

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

mechanical engineeringpowertrain systemsunderbody systemsprototype buildsproblem resolutionsystem designprogram deliveryquality managementcost managementfunctional performance

Soft Skills

leadershipinterpersonal skillscommunication skillsteam motivationcollaborationproject managementdeadline managementbudget managementproblem-solvingtechnical communication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering