Ford Motor Company
ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Quality Engineer – High Tim
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, United States, 48120
ICE Powertrain & Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) Quality Engineer – High Time In Service (HTIS) Reliability
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Job Description We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. At Ford, we build a better world together, delivering breakthrough products and services in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility, and more. This position focuses on engine and thermal system quality issues that manifest later in product life, applying best‑practice problemsolving to identify root causes, develop tools and designs for early detection, and support robust service solutions.
Responsibilities
Lead or support High Time in Service quality projects using Design for Six Sigma/8D processes to reduce warranty spend and failure rates.
Evaluate high warranty spend/subsystem issues, focusing on >12 MIS warranty and design/physics‑related failures.
Drive projects through Define, Characterize, Optimize, and Verify phases of the DFSS process, including root‑cause identification, corrective actions, and recurrence prevention.
Present project status and results to senior management and regular interface with quality, powerpack, core engineers, and Technical Specialists.
Analyze warranty data, trends, part return data, and use physical understanding of engine/powertrain systems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Design, execute, or coordinate analytical and physical testing from component bench to full powertrain/vehicle to replicate quality issues and validate fixes.
Document lessons learned for knowledge preservation.
Lead problem‑solving sub‑groups.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
1+ year of experience leading projects.
1+ year of experience with internal combustion engines, thermal systems, or after‑treatment systems in design, test, controls, or calibration.
Strong project management, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Self‑starter who can manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
Enthusiastic about new challenges and continuous learning.
Preferred Experience
6‑Sigma green belt, black belt, or Design for Six Sigma experience.
Familiarity with Strategic Problem Solving, Failure Mode Avoidance, Robustness and Reliability processes.
Knowledge of key engine/powertrain subsystems (engine, cooling, airpath, fuel, after‑treatment).
Proficiency with quality tools.
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new‑parent ramp‑up programs, and subsidized backup child care.
Family‑building benefits (adoption, surrogacy reimbursement, fertility treatments).
Employee vehicle discount program and management leases.
Tuition assistance.
Active employee resource groups.
Paid time off for individual and team community service.
Generous paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Option to purchase additional vacation time.
Salary
GSR 6: 1–2 years of experience.
GSR 7: 2–4 years of experience.
GSR 8: 5+ years of experience.
Additional Information This position is hybrid. Candidates within commuting distance to a Ford hub may be required to work on‑site four or more days per week.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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Job Description We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. At Ford, we build a better world together, delivering breakthrough products and services in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility, and more. This position focuses on engine and thermal system quality issues that manifest later in product life, applying best‑practice problemsolving to identify root causes, develop tools and designs for early detection, and support robust service solutions.
Responsibilities
Lead or support High Time in Service quality projects using Design for Six Sigma/8D processes to reduce warranty spend and failure rates.
Evaluate high warranty spend/subsystem issues, focusing on >12 MIS warranty and design/physics‑related failures.
Drive projects through Define, Characterize, Optimize, and Verify phases of the DFSS process, including root‑cause identification, corrective actions, and recurrence prevention.
Present project status and results to senior management and regular interface with quality, powerpack, core engineers, and Technical Specialists.
Analyze warranty data, trends, part return data, and use physical understanding of engine/powertrain systems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
Design, execute, or coordinate analytical and physical testing from component bench to full powertrain/vehicle to replicate quality issues and validate fixes.
Document lessons learned for knowledge preservation.
Lead problem‑solving sub‑groups.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
1+ year of experience leading projects.
1+ year of experience with internal combustion engines, thermal systems, or after‑treatment systems in design, test, controls, or calibration.
Strong project management, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Self‑starter who can manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
Enthusiastic about new challenges and continuous learning.
Preferred Experience
6‑Sigma green belt, black belt, or Design for Six Sigma experience.
Familiarity with Strategic Problem Solving, Failure Mode Avoidance, Robustness and Reliability processes.
Knowledge of key engine/powertrain subsystems (engine, cooling, airpath, fuel, after‑treatment).
Proficiency with quality tools.
Benefits
Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new‑parent ramp‑up programs, and subsidized backup child care.
Family‑building benefits (adoption, surrogacy reimbursement, fertility treatments).
Employee vehicle discount program and management leases.
Tuition assistance.
Active employee resource groups.
Paid time off for individual and team community service.
Generous paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Option to purchase additional vacation time.
Salary
GSR 6: 1–2 years of experience.
GSR 7: 2–4 years of experience.
GSR 8: 5+ years of experience.
Additional Information This position is hybrid. Candidates within commuting distance to a Ford hub may be required to work on‑site four or more days per week.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement 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.
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