Automotive NVH Engineer (Noise, Vibration & Harshness)

This position will be responsible for the Vehicle NVH attribute, from pre-program phases through final engineering sign-off, of Ford Racing vehicle programs. The successful candidate will lead NVH development of high performance on & off-road vehicles using analytical and in-vehicle methods to deliver world class customer experiences. Ford Racing operates our vehicle development in close conjunction with all functional engineering partners and moves at a fast pace. This role is perfect for the experienced NVH systems engineer that is self-motivated and proactive, is capable of owning all aspects of a vehicle program from cradle to grave, is highly collaborative and seeking opportunities to work on the highest performing cars and trucks in the industry.The position is full time on-site and located at the Ford Racing offices in Allen Park, MI.You'll have...Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field2 - 5+ years in Vehicle/Systems NVH development (platform, unit, or attribute lead) or equivalent Vehicle Engineering attribute experience (vehicle dynamics, VEME, etc.)2 - 5+ years using GPDS deliverables, CAE, and simulation tools/methods in NVH development2 - 5+ years with data acquisition & analysis tools (LMS, B&K, DET, PT Diag, CANalyzer, etc.)Strong performance record, communication skills, and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.Strong work ethic, schedule flexibility, and passion for performance vehicles/racingEven better, if you have...Master's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field5+ years of relevant experienceExperience in powertrain, body structures, chassis systems, or vehicle architecture developmentYou 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 coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500., This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io.#LI-Onsite#FR1 #LI-DH1What you'll do...Own the NVH attribute for Ford Racing on/off-road vehicles, leading both program and technical development while representing the customerPlan and execute subsystem and vehicle-level development across all GPDS phasesServe as point person for assigned programs, communicating workplans, attribute status, and issue resolutionEstablish pre-program targets for hardware/system selection using analytical tools to meet attribute targets and minimize trade-offs before prototypes are availableCollaborate cross-functionally with Body, Powertrain, Chassis, and development partners (Vehicle Dynamics, VEME, CAE/Simulation, Powertrain Controls)Deliver all NVH attributes (sound quality, driveline, road, wind, exterior noise, secondary ride) and related quality metricsUse analytical tools (CAE, Simulator, etc.) to assess attribute status, root-cause issues, determine solutions, and define tuning libraries to meet targetsCreate and manage test plans supporting tuning freezes and attribute assessments at major milestonesManage/perform off-site testing, scheduling objective testing with internal (VEV) and external vendors/suppliersComplete and document all DVP and CDR requirements, including exterior legal noiseFull timePosting Date: 2026-08-13