Product Development Engineer - Propulsion​/Body Exterior & Fuel Systems

Job Description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Product Development uses design thinking & user experience methods to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We bring innovative, exciting, and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to advancements in autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies, and more!

In this position...

Ford Motor Company is seeking a highly motivated Fuel System Application Design & Release Engineer to join our Propulsion/Body Exterior & Fuel Systems engineering team. This role is responsible for the design, development, validation, and release of fuel system components and subsystems for current and future vehicle programs. The engineer will collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and supplier partners to ensure fuel system designs meet performance, safety, regulatory, durability, and cost targets while supporting Ford's commitment to quality and innovation.

This position requires a strong foundation in mechanical/automotive engineering, hands-on problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What you'll do...

• Design, develop, and release fuel system components (fuel tanks, filler pipes, fuel pumps, vapor management/evap systems, lines, and connectors) for passenger vehicles and trucks.
• Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, and engineering specifications using tools in Ford's PLM systems (e.g, Team Center, 3DX).
• Complete Fuel Tech Club assessments at all program milestones
• Ensure fuel system designs comply with federal, state, and international regulatory requirements (FMVSS, EPA, CARB, ECE) related to evaporative emissions, crash worthiness, and fuel system integrity.
• Conduct design analysis including DFMEA, tolerance stacking, packaging studies, and structural/thermal simulations in coordination with CAE teams.
• Lead and support design verification and validation testing, including vehicle-level crash testing, durability testing, and evaporative emissions testing; analyze results and drive corrective actions.
• Manage the Engineering Change Level (ECL) process and Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy throughout the vehicle program lifecycle.
• Collaborate with suppliers on component design, sourcing, and manufacturing feasibility; participate in supplier technical reviews and issue resolution.
• Partner with manufacturing and plant teams to resolve build issues, launch-related concerns, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and value engineering activities without compromising safety or performance.
• Participate in cross-functional Program Milestone reviews (e.g., PD milestones, Gateway reviews) and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Investigate and resolve field/warranty issues related to fuel systems using root cause analysis methodologies (8D, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Ensure compliance with Ford's engineering standards, corporate design rules, and safety/regulatory documentation requirements.

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 change maker, 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…