Motorsports Powertrain Engineer

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In 1901, Henry Ford designed and built the racecar called “Sweepstakes.” On October 10 that year, he drove Sweepstakes against Alexander Winton, a famous racer and builder, and against all odds Ford won. That was the beginning – “the race that changed the world” – and it continues today. From our victories at Le Mans in 1966 and again fifty years later in 2016, to championships in NASCAR, and other series across the globe, the spirit of Henry Ford lives with us every day through our motorsports efforts around the world.

In this position...

• Ford Racing is looking for an experienced, talented, and highly motivated Motorsports Powertrain Engine Lead Engineer to join our Global Motorsports department.
• Candidates will have the opportunity to work in a highly dynamic environment, developing cutting edge powertrains to race around the world.

What you'll do...

• Design and development of combustion engine systems and components for Ford Racing Motorsports programs. These will include race applications as well as "one-off" high-performance demonstration vehicles.
• Lead engine development projects including the management of schedules, budgets, deliverables and meetings
• Prepare and present technical information covering the design and development of engine components and sub-systems
• Create overall engine & component test plans and lead the acquisition/processing of data
• Coordinate engine builds and logistics
• Work with suppliers, race teams and sanctioning organizations concerning engine specifications and regulations
• Capable of working hours which include late evenings, nights, weekends and traveling to meet company goals

You'll have...

• Bachelors degree in engineering
• 3+ years of engine and/or driveline design and/or testing experience
• 3+ years of experience in at least one of the following engineering disciplines
• Computer Aided Design – 3D models / 2D drawings
• 1D Engine Simulation
• CFD
• FEA
• Kinematic / Dynamic Analysis
• Strong communication skills and competency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong overall knowledge of powertrain and vehicle systems
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and capabilities (machining, fabrication, casting, etc)
• This is a hybrid position located in either Concord, North Carolina or Dearborn, Michigan.

Even better, you may have...

• Masters degree in engineering
• 5+ years of engine and/or driveline design and/or testing experience
• Strong overall knowledge of powertrain and vehicle systems

You 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