Design and Release Engineer – Driveshafts

Ford Motor Company

Design and Release Engineer developing Ford driveshaft solutions for performance, efficiency, and durability. Managing CAD/BOM releases, supplier integration, feasibility analysis, testing, and validation.

Posted 9/2/2026full-timeLivonia • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,100 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CAD design and analysis, particularly in driveshaft performance and durability within the automotive sector. Proficient in managing product release processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver engineering solutions that meet cost and quality targets.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Driveshaft Performance AnalysisCAD Design ExperienceSystems Engineering PrinciplesPerformance and Durability TestingCollaboration with Cross-Functional Teams

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Hard Skills

CAD Software ProficiencyData AnalysisMass Attribute AnalysisFeasibility AnalysisChange ManagementTechnical InsightsDynamometer TestingIn-Vehicle ValidationDraft Angle AnalysisClearance Checks

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AbilitiesCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Ford's PLM EcosystemWERSTeamcenterFEDEED&TMicrosoft Office SuiteCAE Software

Industry Keywords

Mechanical EngineeringAutomotive DomainProduct ReleaseQuality HistoryWarranty AnalysisDVPDFMEA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development and release of engineering solutions for driveshaft performance, efficiency and durability
Manage product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis
Facilitate supplier data integration
Develop CAD studies to support design improvements
Utilize product check-in/check-out, version control, data release and change management within Ford's PLM ecosystem
Perform CAD feasibility analyses, including draft angle analysis, undercut detection, minimum bend radius validation for sheet metal and clearance checks
Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, Quality and other engineering teams
Manage testing and validation protocols for reliability, safety and compliance
Conduct data analysis and provide technical insights for product improvements
Participate in design reviews, technical meetings and project planning
Resolve complex engineering issues and mentor team members
Deliver to cost and quality targets

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
2 years of experience with driveshafts in an automotive domain or similar, including internships, co-ops and SAE
1 year of CAD experience
Ability to travel occasionally, estimated less than 10%
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (preferred)
Demonstrated experience with performance and durability testing, including dynamometer and in-vehicle validation (preferred)
Understanding and application of Systems Engineering principles (preferred)
Familiarity with Ford's Design and Release Tools, including WERS, Teamcenter, FEDE and ED&T, and processes including DVP, DFMEA, Quality History and Warranty Analysis (preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software for simulation, analysis and modeling, including CAD and CAE software (preferred)
Strong problem-solving abilities and creative approach to engineering solutions (preferred)
Communication, presentation and interpersonal skills (preferred)
Ability to collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams (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
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and 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