We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

Ford’s Electric Vehicles, Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the company’s vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed, entrepreneurial, and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. You’ll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively, staying focused on only what matters, and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. 

The Powertrain Motor Design Engineer is responsible for the generation of EV motor designs, owning design direction from concept through high volume production.  

You'll have…

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience  2+ years of experience designing, developing, and testing mechanical components/systems Proficiency in 3D CAD software (CATIA preferred) An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team  Hands-on experience building and launching automotive products and prototyping powertrain systems  Strong engineering fundamentals, and ability to apply broadly to vehicle systems and manufacturing processes Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

 

Even better, you may have…

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering  5+ years of experience in automotive or related high volume manufacturing field  High level of expertise and proficiency with Catia, Enovia, or similar tools including drawing and modelling practices and methodologies  Experience in stampings, wire forming, welding and other high-volume processes  Working knowledge of HV motor insulation systems and materials  FEA (technical and/or thermal) modelling experience  Expert in GD&T and DFM, especially for high volume products  Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.  A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a change maker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.

For a detailed look at our benefits, click here: https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2024-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-4.pdf

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

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What you'll do…

Spearhead the design of next generation electric motor mechanical components. Optimize performance and cost, including leading the development of new designs and exploring novel materials and manufacturing techniques. Build and test prototypes. Transform designs from concept to reality, validating design choices through testing and iterative improvements.  Own the entire product lifecycle. Drive electric motor development from initial concept and prototyping to validation testing and successful production launch. Collaborate with top engineering talent. Partner with electromagnetic, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure designs are optimized for high-volume manufacturing and meet the highest quality standards. Lead design reviews. Provide technical guidance with the electric motor design team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.  Manage supplier relationships, engage with key suppliers, incorporate key DFM feedback to ensure timely delivery of components and adherence to quality standards. Champion key design requirements. Own critical requirements, translate them into actionable design specifications and 2D prints.