Powertrain Strategy and Implementation Supervisor

Pre-Program Strategy and Implementation Supervisor Pre-Program Strategy and Implementation Supervisor will lead and manage new powertrain projects including ICE Transmissions, Power Split Transmissions, and Power Units. You will develop new strategies when we bring on a full-service supplier versus internally made products. This will be done in the lens of maintaining quality, meeting vehicle requirements, and minimizing our complexity through the company. You will set timelines, budget and coordinate with cross‑function teams in planning, manufacturing, supply chain and product development to determine the efficiencies of an in‑house versus externally purchased unit. You will own the system’s lifecycle from concept through release, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to vehicle targets. Responsibilities Launch new powertrain architectures through the unit approval process, garnering investment approvals to lead next generation powertrains into our vehicles. Develop strategies moving forward on complexity versus carryover content. Develop strategies of moving forward with an internally built unit versus utilizing a full‑service supplier to meet program requirements but also minimize complexity. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance program execution, quality and speed. Conduct upfront manufacturing studies of make/buy business cases. Direct involvement with manufacturing plants to deliver content that matches manufacturing footprint allocations. Establish cost targets that align with program targets and content that aligns with those targets. Work with purchasing and suppliers to deliver high‑quality component designs with best cost, weight and function. Lead a team through GPDS program gateways and deliverables including design, sourcing, prototype. Project management interfacing with cross‑functional teams. Provide estimates and review actuals for cost and timing of externally purchased versus internally built units. Maintain a list of deliverables for each milestone of the new products. Lead and support engineering change control activity and global coordination. Lead and support program deliverable assessments, monitor and track issues to closure, engage with plant‑floor activity from start to finish. Lead and support updates and publishing of various program review decks. Update indicated cost tracking documents and program checkbook. Technology & Innovation: Drive development of advanced propulsion solutions, stay updated on trends, and contribute to technology roadmaps. Qualifications You’ll have: BS in Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering or a related field. 7+ years of transmission or power unit development experience. Even better, you may have: Masters in Product Development or other engineering degree preferred. 2+ years of program management experience. Experience working with powertrain manufacturing on early development. Experience working with powertrain planning. Experience developing cost studies and cost comparisons between multiple powertrain designs. Proven delivery of balanced Quality/Cost/Weight/Function/Timing attributes for components or subsystems. Formal Systems Engineering knowledge to solve complex problems. Versed in BOM structure development. Experience working with full‑service suppliers. Clear communication skills and highly motivated to exceed expectations in a constantly changing product landscape. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. Benefits 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 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. This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500–$218,100. 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. 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford Motor Company