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# Driveline Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Ford Motor Company
- **Location:** Livonia, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $65,100.0 - $166,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Design of User Interfaces, Microsoft Office, Systems Integration, KTP, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=62c06d184ef0e3c2

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
 * Minimum of 2 years of experience in automotive engineering
 * The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis., * Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
 * Demonstrated experience with performance and durability testing, including both dynamometer and in-vehicle validation
 * Robust understanding and application of Systems Engineering principles
 * Familiarity with Ford's Design and Release Tools, such as WERS, Teamcenter, FEDE, ED&T, and processes including DVP, DFMEA, Quality History, and Warranty Analysis
 * Proven strong problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to developing innovative engineering solutions
 * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant engineering software tools for simulation, analysis, and modeling (e.g., CAD, CAE software)
 * Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
 * Demonstrated ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment and effectively collaborate with diverse cross-functional teams
 * Ability to travel occasionally (estimated less than 10%)

## Description

* Lead system-level integration and interface design (physical, functional, and electrical) between driveline components (axles, driveshafts, halfshafts) and adjacent vehicle subsystems (powertrain, chassis, frame, and controls)
 * Drive cross-functional collaboration with Design, Vehicle Dynamics, NVH, Durability, and Quality teams to negotiate trade-offs and deliver optimized, high-performance vehicle-level attributes
 * Manage and execute rigorous system-level vehicle testing and validation protocols at Ford Proving Grounds and test tracks, ensuring the highest levels of reliability, safety, and refinement
 * Translate vehicle-level program targets into robust driveline system-level requirements, managing compatibility and packaging across F-150, Expedition, and Navigator programs
 * Support physical vehicle integration and launch execution at our manufacturing facilities, with a primary focus on the Kentucky Truck Plant (KTP) for Expedition/Navigator, as well as Dearborn Truck (DTP) and Kansas City Assembly Plant (KCAP) for F-150
 * Conduct in-depth data analysis from vehicle testing and utilize systems engineering tools (FMEAs, Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams) to resolve complex, system-level technical issues
 * Actively participate in and contribute to systems design reviews, technical meetings, and program milestone gateways, serving as a key technical resource for driveline integration


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