CAE Engineer – Engine Mechanical Systems

Ford Motor Company

CAE Engineer analyzing engine mechanical systems at Ford. Collaborating with teams to enhance engine durability and performance through advanced CAE methodologies.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $86,600 - $144,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Internal Combustion Engine design and analysis, utilizing advanced CAE methodologies and tools to enhance engine performance and reliability. Collaborates effectively across teams to drive engineering solutions and achieve efficiency targets.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master Degree In Automotive Engineering2+ Years Experience With Engine Components/Systems DesignProficiency In CAE ToolsExperience With AVL Excite And ValdynStrong Problem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Computer Aided Engineering (CAE)Engine DesignDynamic Loads AnalysisBoundary Conditions AnalysisReliability EngineeringOptimization Methodologies

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AVL ExciteValdynHypermeshOptistructMS Office

Industry Keywords

Internal Combustion EnginePropulsion SystemsThermal Systems EngineeringEngine DurabilityNVH CAE

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide leadership in advancing Ford’s ICE, Propulsion & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) capabilities and methodologies
Perform Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) analyses of internal combustion engines mechanical system dynamics
Provide design directions to the Engine Components and Engine Programs teams
Provide dynamic loads and boundary conditions to support Engine Durability CAE and NVH CAE efforts
Develop, validate and apply new dynamics CAE methodologies to support Engine design process in the concept, prototype and production stages
Collaborate with Components and Programs team engineers to resolve engine related issues
Support IPTSE objective in achieving DV Efficiency targets.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master Degree in Automotive Engineering, or related field
2 + years of hands-on experience with engine components/systems design and analysis
Proficiency in CAE tools such as AVL Excite, Valdyn, Hypermesh, Optistruct, or similar FEA software
2+ years of direct experience with AVL Excite, Realis Valdyn, or similar engine dynamics simulation tools
Ability to translate analytical results into actionable design recommendations
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve technical issues
Strong problem-solving skills with ability to support both prototype and production program timelines
Strong understanding of engineering principles applied to reliability, robustness, and optimization methodologies
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for reporting and communication.

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.