Automotive NVH Engineer, Noise, Vibration & Harshness

Ford Motor Company

Ford Racing NVH Engineer developing noise, vibration, and harshness performance for high-performance on- and off-road vehicles. Leading vehicle testing, analysis, targets, and engineering sign-off.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeAllen Park • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NVH development for on/off-road vehicles, utilizing analytical tools and simulation methods to achieve performance targets. Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams to manage vehicle attribute assessments and testing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

NVH DevelopmentGPDS DeliverablesData Acquisition and AnalysisCAE/Simulation ToolsMechanical/Electrical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

NVH Attribute ManagementSubsystem DevelopmentAnalytical ToolsTest Plan CreationAttribute Assessment

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsAdaptabilityStrong Work EthicSchedule Flexibility

Tools & Technologies

LMSB&KDETPT DiagCANalyzer

Industry Keywords

Vehicle EngineeringPowertrain DevelopmentChassis SystemsVehicle ArchitecturePerformance Vehicles

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the NVH attribute for Ford Racing on/off-road vehicles, leading program and technical development while representing the customer
Plan and execute subsystem and vehicle-level development across all GPDS phases
Serve as point person for assigned programs, communicating workplans, attribute status, and issue resolution
Establish pre-program targets for hardware/system selection using analytical tools to meet attribute targets and minimize trade-offs before prototypes are available
Collaborate cross-functionally with Body, Powertrain, Chassis, Vehicle Dynamics, VEME, CAE/Simulation, and Powertrain Controls development partners
Deliver NVH attributes including sound quality, driveline, road, wind, exterior noise, and secondary ride, plus related quality metrics
Use CAE, Simulator, and other analytical tools to assess attribute status, identify root causes, determine solutions, and define tuning libraries
Create and manage test plans supporting tuning freezes and attribute assessments at major milestones
Manage and perform off-site testing, scheduling objective testing with internal VEV and external vendors/suppliers
Complete and document DVP and CDR requirements, including exterior legal noise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field
2–5+ years in Vehicle/Systems NVH development or equivalent Vehicle Engineering attribute experience
2–5+ years using GPDS deliverables, CAE, and simulation tools/methods in NVH development
2–5+ years with data acquisition and analysis tools including LMS, B&K, DET, PT Diag, and CANalyzer
Strong performance record, communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Strong work ethic, schedule flexibility, and passion for performance vehicles/racing
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available
Master's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
5+ years of relevant experience preferred
Experience in powertrain, body structures, chassis systems, or vehicle architecture development preferred

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
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time