Product Development Engineer-Steering

Location: Dearborn, MI, United States; Hybrid

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... 
The Steering Engineer is responsible for the Steering Column, Locks, Shift Lever, Intermediate Shaft, and Dash Boot across the full engineering lifecycle - from requirements and standards development through supplier technical management and design execution. You will join a team that strives to ensure engineering technical excellence with a focus on reliability, Failure Mode Avoidance, quality, technical design reviews, and robust design sign-off.

 

Engineer responsible for Steering Systems (Steering Column, Intermediate Shaft, Dash Seal/Boot, Shift Lever, Locks). This role partners with program teams, cross-functional groups, and suppliers to deliver systems and components that meet packaging, timing, quality, cost, weight, reliability, and performance targets, from foundational requirements through program launch.