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Product Development Engineer - Driveline Fastening

FordDearborn, MIMay 3rd, 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.Ford Driveline Engineering is seeking a highly skilled fastener engineer to lead the department on joint design assemblies. These assemblies include Axles (Front & Rear), Driveshafts, Halfshafts, Disconnect Devices, Transfer Cases, and associated components. Deliverables for this role include leading Core activities such as peer reviews of fastened joint deliverables, Design Rule and Requirement authoring and owner ship, Failure Mode Avoidance work, and general problem solving of ongoing issues.ResponsibilitiesEnhance the robustness and reliability of driveline productsLead development and refinement of requirementsCorrelate test methods to customer duty cyclesOversee technical design review sign-off processMaintain core documentsDetail orientedPassion for excellenceOwn Implementation of new Technical Design Review Process for robustness in signoff (Peer Review)Maintain, improve and create Core documents with input from Tech Specialist - DFMEA, RCL, Boundary Diagram, Core DV, etc.Develop Customer Correlated Duty Cycles for more meaningful component testing and improved reliability with input from connected data and TDE duty cycles teamStreamline requirements and core docs for engineering efficiencyAuthor new systems to components requirements cascade for more robust upfront designDemonstrated ability to navigate and thrive in ambiguous situationsStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in uncertain environmentsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders effectivelyQualificationsMinimumBachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field5+ number of years of experience in fastening engineeringThe D&R Engineer is expected to understand and effectively utilize product check-in/check-out processes, version control, data release, and change management within Ford's PLM ecosystemPreferred10+ years of experience in fastening engineeringYou 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 5 to salary grade 8. Salaries can range from $63,480 - $162,120.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.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