Driveline EV Systems Engineer

In this position...
Ford Motor Companys Under Body Systems Engineering (UnSE) team within Product Development is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Automotive Driveline / Propulsion System Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. This critical role involves the development integration and validation of driveline systems for traditional Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles manual transmission applications and next-generation Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of system-level engineering transmission and driveline technologies electric motor systems gearboxes system safety and overall vehicle performance.

This position provides the opportunity to work in a global fast-paced collaborative environment with exposure to several cross-functional areas including ICE powertrain systems manual transmissions Electric Vehicle systems NVH Vehicle Operations Tier 1/2 Suppliers Manufacturing and Program Management.

What youll do...

• Integrate new driveline systems and driveline features into existing and future ICE hybrid and electric vehicle architectures
• Lead the development integration validation and launch support of driveline systems including manual transmissions conventional driveline components and electric drive units
• Provide technical driveline system support throughout all phases of vehicle development to ensure robust program execution and performance
• Work with program teams to understand the required functional and physical properties of driveline systems and subsystems
• Ensure linkage to System DFMEA and Manufacturing PFMEA activities
• Collaborate with suppliers Vehicle Engineering Controls Manufacturing and Program Teams to deliver system and subsystem interfaces
• Serve as the primary technical interface with suppliers to manage engineering deliverables issue resolution timing validation testing and launch readiness
• Lead supplier technical reviews and support component sourcing design reviews validation and production readiness activities
• Identify track and resolve engineering issues related to driveline system performance durability quality manufacturability and customer satisfaction
• Manage commodity controls/software engineering signoff activities as required
• Support component subsystem and vehicle-level testing including bench dyno and vehicle validation
• Support program launches and production issue resolution
  
  

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Software Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related field (Masters preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in automotive system engineering with a focus on powertrain driveline transmission propulsion or vehicle systems
• Experience with driveline systems supporting Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) manual transmission hybrid and/or Electric Vehicle (EV) applications
• Proven experience with Electric Vehicle (EV) powertrains including PDUs SDUs eBeams high-voltage battery interfaces and thermal management strategies
• Strong knowledge of driveline mechanics including transmissions gears differentials clutches axle assemblies and electric drive systems
• Experience working directly with automotive suppliers and managing technical deliverables throughout the product development process
• Familiarity with control systems and calibration for driveline and powertrain applications
• 2 years of experience in vehicle electrification or a related automotive engineering domain
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all functions and organizational levels