Product Development Engineer – 5.0L Exhaust

Ford Motor Company

Product Development Engineer designing and releasing exhaust systems for Ford's performance vehicles. Leading model development and supplier coordination in a hybrid work model.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in exhaust system design and development, including managing product release CAD and BOM structures, and facilitating supplier data integration. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams and resolving design and manufacturing issues while ensuring compliance with Ford GPDS deliverables.

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Exhaust System DesignProduct Release CAD ManagementSupplier Data IntegrationFMEA KnowledgeGD&T and Dimensional Control

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Hard Skills

Exhaust System DevelopmentBOM Structure ManagementCAD StudiesDV/PV Test PlansMass Attribute Analysis

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipIndependent WorkProblem Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Ford GPDSFEDEWERSAIMSTeamcenterMS Office Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ProcessesNVHDurabilityControl PlansSPCStatistics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead new/forward model product development of exhaust systems and subsystems in accordance with Ford GPDS deliverables and milestones for NA and global programs.
Design, develop, validate, and release hot and cold end exhaust systems.
Lead/Support resolution of all design, manufacturing, program, and launch issues.
Lead supplier SPMT/CPMT activities.
Support all program meetings (Design Reviews, PMT Meetings, Change Control, AIMS, Milestone Status, Launch Readiness, Etc.)
Interface with internal (PD, STA, NVH, VO, VOME, Purchasing/Tof4, Etc.) customers, and external suppliers/sub-suppliers.
Coordinate supplier prototype builds to ensure successful build events.
Management of all applicable WERS, FEDE, FEDEBOM, Integrator, FMA, Etc. program activities.
Create, complete, and approve supplier and internal DV/PV test plans and oversee testing in support of robust validation.
Lead/Support warranty reduction and issue resolution.
Lead/Support TVM cost reduction idea generation and implementation.
Lead/Support change control activities.
Travel as necessary to Ford Assembly Plants/Facilities and Suppler/Sub-Supplier sites for issue resolution and build support.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field
1+ Years or more of Exhaust System/Subsystem D&R Experience required
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.
Ability to work independently and lead in a team environment.
Up to 15% domestic and international travel to supplier sites
**Even better, if you have …**
Experience with Ford internal PD systems (GPDS, FEDE, WERS, AIMS, SREA, Teamcenter, Etc.) and MS Office Applications preferred
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.

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.