Product Development Engineer – Air Induction Systems, Design & Release

Ford Motor Company

D&R Engineer at Ford responsible for designing and releasing parts for Air Induction Systems. Ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and coordinating with suppliers for production.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Comply with Program cost, weight, quality, performance and timing targets (Waterfall process)
Understand GPDS (Global Product Development System) and create plans to deliver on time.
Comply with Robustness Engineering Disciplines (Failure Mode Avoidance Tools)
Knowledge and application of six sigma and 8D (Green Belt).
Develop ESOW (Engineering Statement of Work), EC (Engineering concepts) and participate in the Sourcing Process (SOBA, ED&T review, piece and tooling cost review and CPA)
Develop Design Validation & Production Verification plans and manage validation testing to support Engineering Milestone signoffs.
Actively participate in the Technical Design Reviews
Release parts in AVBOM and WERS through the product life cycle. Support the Change Control Meeting.
Audit and update BOM (Bill of Material) with correct part levels and usage, for prototype builds and maintain it post Job 1.
Be aware of Worldwide Engineering changes and proceed accordingly
Identify validation, durability and functional test required as per SDS & ES. (DVP / eFDVS)
Leverage AIMS root cause analysis and permanent actions implementation.
Define and verify engineering prototypes requirements at part level.
Parts implementation/Sign-off at assembly plant & assistance with quality issues in all milestones.
PDL's revisions and proceed accordingly if affected
Support VQR's, VRT's and PVT, as required.
Collaborate with STA with technical assistance through the Supplier Engagement Process
Deliver by applying the One Ford Behaviors.
Travel to VO & Supplier locations as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Strong problem-solving skills for complex issues using a data-driven approach.
Familiarity with Engine Air and Exhaust components, materials, and their manufacturing processes is desired.
The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements.
Strong organizational skills.
Broad exposure to various material types (both steel and plastics).
Ability to work in a fluid environment when overall vehicle targets, size, appearance, and manufacturing location are not always known.
Microsoft Office experience
Effective oral and written communication skills
8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills
**Even better, if you have …**
Experience with Catia V5 required; 3DX / Catia V6 and Ford Team Center.

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 EngineeringSix Sigma8DFailure Mode Avoidance ToolsDesign ValidationProduction VerificationBOM (Bill of Material) managementRoot cause analysisCAD managementMass attribute analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-solvingOrganizational skillsEffective communicationCollaborationData-driven approachAdaptabilityAttention to detailTechnical assistanceParticipative engagementTime management

Certifications

Green Belt