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# Powertrain Test Engineer

- **Company:** Ford Motor Company
- **Location:** Livonia, MI, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Software Engineering
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://us.experteer.com/career/view-jobs/powertrain-test-engineer-livonia-mi-usa-58894254

## About the Role

and conduct cost studies for new products and technologies * Lead procurement of test stand equipment to support new programs * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Controls, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Body & Frame, Product Development) * Coordinate setup of test stands for new programs (pallets, perishable items, stand hardware/controls) * Diagnose and resolve testing issues and share solutions across programs * Conduct daily statistical analysis of prototype production defects * Partner with build team to ensure efficient test stand operation * Manage CIB funds and identify future equipment/technology needs * Coordinate with skilled trades to maintain and service test stands * Adhere to FPS principles and QOS standards * Support CPMT/TPMT meetings * Identify and address gaps in testing equipment and processes * Develop testing methods for new product components Tasks * Bachelor's degree in engineering * 3+ years of experience in transmission/axle testing * 3+ years of aaa
Safety, with software applications * 1+ years of experience with various test processes (e.g., leak test, in-process test, EOL final test) Key requirements * Immediate medical, dental, vision coverage * Flexible family care days and parental leave * Tuition assistance * Vehicle discount program for employees and family * Paid time off and holidays * PTO purchase option

## Description

Experteer Overview As a Powertrain Test Engineer, you focus on battery and end-of-line testing, software/app development, and vendor coordination to support new product development and prototypes. You will act as the technical liaison for powertrain testing, shaping test programs and ensuring effective stand setups. This role sits at the intersection of engineering, testing execution, and cross-functional collaboration, contributing to Ford's mission of advancing mobility. You will drive impact by delivering robust test sequences and reliable test infrastructure. Compensation / Benefits * Serve as the primary technical liaison with Product Engineering on powertrain testing matters * Develop and program WMA test sequences for E-Transaxle EOL final test, Transmission EOL final test, main control (oil cal test), and leak test * Coordinate and maintain consistency of WMA test sequence programs across test machines * Perform calibration of test instrumentation * Evaluate stand requirements and conduct cost studies for new products and technologies * Lead procurement of test stand equipment to support new programs * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Controls, Safety, Industrial Engineering, Body & Frame, Product Development) * Coordinate setup of test stands for new programs (pallets, perishable items, stand hardware/controls) * Diagnose and resolve testing issues and share solutions across programs * Conduct daily statistical analysis of prototype production defects * Partner with build team to ensure efficient test stand operation * Manage CIB funds and identify future equipment/technology needs * Coordinate with skilled trades to maintain and service test stands * Adhere to FPS principles and QOS standards * Support CPMT/TPMT meetings * Identify and address gaps in testing equipment and processes * Develop testing methods for new product components Tasks * Bachelor's degree in engineering * 3+ years of experience in transmission/axle testing * 3+ years of experience with software applications * 1+ years of experience with various test processes (e.g., leak test, in-process test, EOL final test) Key requirements * Immediate medical, dental, vision coverage * Flexible family care days and parental leave * Tuition assistance * Vehicle discount program for employees and family * Paid time off and holidays * PTO purchase option


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