Powertrain Test Controls Engineer

Ford
Livonia, MI

Powertrain Test Controls Engineer


We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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!

What you'll do...
Powertrain Test Engineer with the ability to interface to Product Engineering
Test Engineer with WMA Test Sequence programming for:

eTransaxle EOL Final Test
Transmission EOL Final Test, Main Control (Oil Cal Test), Leak Test
Axle NVH Test
Maintain WMA test sequence program commonality across all test machines
Test instrumentation calibration.
Evaluate test stand needs for new products (cost studies) and technology

Lead test stand equipment procurement to support new programs
Interface with cross-functional teams: Controls, Safety, IE, B&F, PD
Facilitate test stands for new programs, including pallets, perishable items, stand hardware and controls
Resolve testing issues and cascade to all programs
Daily evaluation of prototype production defects using statistical data analysis
Interface with build team to operate test stands efficiently
Manage CIB funds Identify future equipment/technology needs
Interface with skilled trades to maintain test stands
Follow Ford OS Behaviors
Follow Prototype and PTME Quality Operating Systems Standards (QOS)
Support CPMT/TPMT weekly meetings
Address testing equipment gaps and opportunities
Ability to develop testing methods for new product components

You'll have...
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
5 years of transmission/axle testing
Experience with WMA software preferred
Knowledge of transmission functions and logic
Basic knowledge of various test processes (Leak Test, In-Process, EOL Final Test)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in test machine procurement
Must be self-starter and motivated

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 childcare 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.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here:
This position is a range of salary grades 7-8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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.

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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Posted 2025-09-12

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