Design & Release Engineer – Transmission Pan and Covers

Ford Motor Company

Ford Design & Release Engineer developing transmission pan and cover components for new powertrain architectures. Managing CAD/BOM release, validation, supplier integration, manufacturing feasibility, and production implementation.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeLivonia • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in component design, validation, and failure analysis, with a strong focus on optimizing performance and cost in mechanical engineering applications. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing supplier relationships to ensure quality and timely delivery.

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Component DesignFailure AnalysisCAD ExperienceGD&T KnowledgeSix Sigma Principles

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringComponent DesignFailure AnalysisGD&TStatistical AnalysisPrototype ManagementQuality ManagementEngineering DrawingsCost ReductionManufacturing Processes

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

CAD/CAE ToolsAutoCADMinitabMS ExcelMS WordMS PowerPointFord Release Systems

Industry Keywords

Transmission PansFMEADFMEADVP&RPPAPQuality Management ProcessesMetallurgyHeat TreatmentSupplier SelectionContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Design & Release activities for nylon molded and metal pan and stamped covers across current and future applications
Develop component designs meeting sealing, fluid retention, and structural performance requirements
Lead component design, validation, and FMEA activities
Manage prototype and production build delivery and quality
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams on design feasibility and manufacturability
Drive continuous improvement to optimize component weight, cost, and performance
Lead cross-functional supplier-selection meetings with Product Development, Purchasing, Finance, and Cost Estimating
Interface with systems engineering, Ford manufacturing plants, component suppliers, CAD/CAE, and manufacturing engineering
Create and maintain DFMEA, DVP&R, P-Diagram, and Boundary Diagram documents
Plan and manage prototype parts ordering and component/system-level testing
Manage supplier delivery and Ford milestones through Job1
Complete PPAP and production implementation for new programs or changes to existing parts
Analyze warranty and test hardware to identify failure root causes and define corrective actions using 8D methods
Benchmark and implement current-model quality and cost-reduction actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering or similar discipline
2+ years of experience with transmission pans and covers
1+ years of CAD experience
Strong engineering, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Working knowledge of GD&T and quality management processes/tools
Experience reading and creating engineering drawings and specifications
Experience performing failure analysis of mechanical systems and components
Knowledge of Six Sigma principles
Experience using Minitab or a similar statistical analysis tool
Working knowledge of CAD/CAE tools, AutoCAD, MagicDraw, and SysML
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, metallurgy, and heat treatment of steel
Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of Ford release systems (WERS)
Some travel to suppliers or assembly plants may be required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments
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