Program Supervisor – Ford Performance Motorsports Demonstrators

Ford Performance is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of automotive innovation and performance. One way we showcase our cuttingedge technology is through compelling demonstrator vehicles and strategic initiatives. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Engineering Program Supervisor to lead the strategy and development of our demonstrator vehicle programs.

In this position

Ford Performance is seeking a highly experienced and driven Engineering Program Supervisor to lead the strategic planning development and execution of our demonstrator vehicle programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with proven leadership and project management skills a strong understanding of vehicle engineering and the ability to manage the development of new demonstrator projects with internal and external partners. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall success of the demonstrator vehicle program ensuring credible tech transfer and alignment with Ford Performances goals & objectives.

This role is onsite 5 days per week in Allen Park MI.

What youll do

Strategic Planning & Vision:

• Develop get approved and execute a comprehensive strategic 5year plan for the current demonstrator vehicle fleet including defining new vehicle opportunities all aligning with Ford Performances overall objectives.
• Identify opportunities to leverage demonstrator vehicles to showcase Fords technology innovation and performance capabilities whilst supporting credible tech transfer.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform demonstrator vehicle strategy.
• Develop and maintain a roadmap for future demonstrator vehicle projects.

Project Management & Execution:

• Lead multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor and motivate team members fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Lead the development of new demonstrator vehicle projects from concept to completion defining the project scope and ensuring ontime and withinbudget delivery.
• Manage budgets track project financials and provide regular status reports to senior management.
• Manage project teams including engineers internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement and maintain robust project management methodologies and tools.

Technical Oversight & Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance and oversight to project teams ensuring engineering excellence and innovation.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automotive technologies with a bias towards EV technologies and performance engineering.
• Evaluate new technologies and concepts for potential application in demonstrator vehicles.
• Ensure compliance to championship series race event organization regulations and in line with latest safety standards from organizations such as the FIA.

Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including engineering and marketing teams to ensure alignment and support for demonstrator vehicle projects.
• Manage relationships with external partners including suppliers sponsors and event organizers.

Performance Monitoring & Evaluation:

• Develop and implement metrics to track the performance and impact of demonstrator vehicle projects.
• Analyze data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing project results and recommendations.

Risk Management:

• Assess communicate project status risks and issues to management in a clear and concise manner.
• Develop and implement mitigation strategies to minimize risks.

Youll have

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Automotive or related field) required; Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in automotive engineering or motorsport industry with a focus on vehicle development or performance engineering.
• Willingness to travel internationally and domestically including weekends.
• Valid passport required.

Even better you may have

• Proven track record of successful project management including experience managing complex projects with crossfunctional teams.
• Strong understanding of vehicle engineering principles including chassis design powertrain development and vehicle dynamics.
• Knowledge of electric vehicle technology and development is preferred.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problemsolving skills.
• Excellent communication interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to quickly build trust and establish credibility.
• Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to motivate and inspire project teams.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools (e.g. Agile Waterfall).
• Proficiency in financial analysis and budget management.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent rampup programs subsidized backup 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 Years Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a leadership level 6.
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