Thermal Systems Program Engineer at Ford Motor Dearborn, MI

Thermal Systems Program Engineer – Dearborn, MI

This position exposes the Thermal Systems Program Engineer to a large area of the vehicle being developed, primarily Powertrain, Chassis, Electrical Systems, and Body. The engineer collaborates with cross‑functional teams to review thermal management issues, conduct root‑cause analysis, develop technical proposals, and help optimize designs. Thermal development is conducted and monitored via CAE and/or physical test to optimize vehicle airflow and fluid temperatures.

• Lead the development of vehicle thermal systems through analytical tools and processes from program inception through design sign‑off.
• Lead vehicle verification via prototype testing to achieve final engineering sign‑off.
• Interact with the Design and Release team to ensure thermal properties of vehicle components meet corporate requirements.
• Act as liaison between the wind tunnel and the Thermal Systems Engineering team.
• Assist in managing the Wind Tunnel schedule from the TSE side.
• Manage TSE instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.
• Support development of introductory training courses for all Thermal Systems engineers to teach how to set up ATI equipment and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Lead and/or support trips for testing at APG or other facilities.
• Act as liaison between Roush and TSE, informing the Roush team of TSE priorities.
• Work with Ford Safety to confirm safe instrumentation practices are followed at the wind tunnel and other facilities.
• Support core projects aimed at increasing efficiency for TSE.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical, Chemical, or related field.
• Foundational background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written (English).
• On‑site attendance with flexibility during core U.S. work hours.

• 1–3 years hands‑on experience and proficiency in vehicle thermal simulation, system design, and/or testing.
• Familiarity with major OEM/Ford product development process.
• 3–5 years experience as a Design & Release Engineer or a Systems Engineer.

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup 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.

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.

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.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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.

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