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Sr Engineer - Product Development

FordDearborn, MIMay 25th, 2026
Job DescriptionWe made history and now we work to transform the future - for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.In this position...Application Engineer Role for End Item Exhaust Sensors in ICE PT Controls area. Design and Release Hot End End Exhaust Sensor assemblies for Major Programs in FNA like F150 and Superduty.ResponsibilitiesWhat you'll do...Develop Sensor End Items form PS to OKTB on F150 and Superduty.From initial design in the UNVx phase through FDJ to industrialization and mass production at VO Assy plants EPT through System Fill.Use Product Development Tools to advance the design, including supplier selection/contract with Team of Four, design development and prototype testing (component/system/vehicle).QualificationsYou'll have...Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)5+ years of experience in Product Development (PD) engineeringProven experience in program delivery, managing automotive components from initial concept/design through industrialization and mass productionWorking knowledge of GPDS process, tools like WERS, FEDEBOM, TCE, 3DX, FEDEWB, and/or VSEMEven better, you may have...Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.Extensive experience overseeing physical prototype testing across all levels (component, system, and full vehicle) in harsh/high-heat environmentsExperience collaborating with cross-functional purchasing groups to execute supplier contracts and strategic sourcingYou 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 changemaker, 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, 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 Year's Day• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is a salary grade 7 or 8 and ranges from $86,600 - $166,200.Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.