Thermal Systems North America Applications
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Job Location:
Dearborn, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thermal Systems - North America Applications
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 were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves
Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative exciting and sustainable ideas to life.We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy electrification smart mobility technologies and more!
Responsibilities
What youll do...
The Thermal Systems North America Applications has component Design & Release (D&R) engineering responsibility for both the Powertrain Cooling and Climate Control systems for North American programs. This Thermal Systems North America Applications position also leads resolution on key Thermal component quality issues at our vehicle and supplier manufacturing plants. Youll be leading a team of motivated and skilled engineers from the Dearborn and Mexican regions while supporting global Thermal teams with process and technical issue resolution. Thermal component design leadership requires in-depth knowledge of the:
- Powertrain Cooling systems
- Climate Control systems
- Fords Design & Release process
Responsibilities:
- Lead Design & Release activities for Powertrain Cooling and Climate Control components on forward model programs including:
- FMA (CPA DFMEA SCCAF) documentation
- DPA issue resolution
- DVP Design Rule and ES testing / validation
- Supplier design testing and manufacturing
- Industrialization support (PPAP vehicle builds)
- Lead Thermal component/system Quality issue resolution for program specific warranty issues on current model programs
- Lead the Thermal component TVM planning and implementation for current and future calendar years
- Lead Prevent Recurrence Actions (PRAs) on all program specific Quality Stop Ships and FSA actions
- Lead HTIS warranty projects
- Lead all Senior Leadership (VP Director) discussions for areas within their responsibility
- Coach mentor and train a team of 50 engineers
- Support and ensure content alignment with both Thermal Systems Attribute (TSE) and Climate Control Attribute groups
- Support and ensure content alignment with Climate Control Subsystems (Air Handling and Refrigeration)
- Support and ensure content alignment with Powertrain Cooling System
Qualifications
Youll have...
- Bachelors degree in engineering (electrical mechanical)
- 10 years of experience in a Design & Release activity/function
- 5 years of experience in Powertrain or Climate Systems
- 3 years of experience in vehicle systems engineering
Even better you may have...
- Master of Engineering or Engineering Management
- Strong understanding of Fluid Dynamics Heat Transfer and Thermodynamics
- Strong understanding of Fords Design & Release process
- Demonstration of leadership skills consistent with Ford Motor Company OS Behaviors (Collaboration Humility Lead from Front)
- Proven history of evaluating choices and directing a team based on technical ideals balanced with industrialization realities
- Ability to lead and align diverse teams with varying skill sets
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 ramp-up programs subsidized back-up 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 5.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.
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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MK1
Key Skills
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- Oversight
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- Account Management
- Project Management
- Product Line
- Ensure Compliance
- Human Resources
- Procedures
- Sales Goals
- Direct Reports
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