Section Supervisor – 6.7 L V8 Diesel Engine Design

Ford Motor Company

Engine Design Supervisor at Ford's Scorpion Powerpack organization. Leading design and release of powerpacks for current and forward model applications.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,500 - $218,100 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead new/forward model product development of engine systems and subsystems in accordance with Ford GPDS deliverables and milestones for NA and global programs.
Ensure attributes (power, torque, FE, weight, emissions and NVH) meet program targets
Lead/Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues.
Interface with suppliers, vehicle calibration, finance, powertrain planning, transmission, vehicle cooling/TASE/heat management, NVH, SESE, Fuel, Controls, design studio (appearance/graining) and packaging.
Interface with the engine plants understanding constraints and design requests
Support all program meetings (Design Reviews, PMT Meetings, Change Control, AIMS, Milestone Status, Launch Readiness, Etc.)
Establish engine and component level DV and oversee testing in support of robust validation.
Coordinate prototype part delivery to ensure successful build events
Lead engine assembly 543 and vehicle as installed 1271 for each build phase
Management of all applicable WERS, FEDE, FEDEBOM, Integrator, FMA, Etc. program activities.
Support DPMT, Mechanical and Combustion development
Lead warranty reduction and issue resolution.
Lead TVM cost reduction idea generation and implementation.
Support change control activities.
Travel as necessary to Ford Engine Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support.
Coach/mentor team members on oral and written communication and presentation skills to lead Manager, Chief and Director level reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field
Component and System/Subsystem D&R Experience
Ability to work effectively and lead in a team environment
Knowledge of FMEA’s, Control Plans, and DV/PV Plans.
Knowledge of GD&T and Dimensional Control (SPC, Statistics, Etc.)
Basic knowledge of NVH, Materials, Durability, and Manufacturing (Stamping, Bending, Welding) processes.
Strong Interpersonal and oral/written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills and background
Ability to prepare and present information to all levels of management
Highly motivated, self-starter, with ability to self-manage and generate/prioritize workload
10% travel required - US and Mexico
BSME preferred
Internal combustion engine experience preferred
Experience with Ford internal PD systems (GPDS, FEDE, WERS, AIMS, SREA, Teamcenter, Etc.) and MS Office Applications

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.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

engine systemssubsystemspowertrain planningdesign reviewsFMEAGD&Tdimensional controlNVHmanufacturing processesinternal combustion engine

Soft Skills

leadershipteamworkproblem-solvingcommunicationpresentation skillsself-managementmotivationmentoring

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringBSME