Engineering Project Manager
US$85,500 – US$193,000 / yr base salary
Posted 8 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Engineering Project Manager- Systems & Core Architecture”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$85,500 – US$193,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Engineering Project Manager- Systems & Core Architecture
About the Role
Ford's is at the forefront of the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) revolution. We are reimagining vehicle electrical architecture and software platforms to deliver a streamlined, scalable, platform-first strategy.
As an Engineering Project Manager (EPM), you will be the bridge between strategic vision and technical execution. You will drive the delivery of high-quality systems solutions at speed, leading cross-functional strategies that impact our entire vehicle lineup. We are looking for a leader who is centered on product and engineering excellence with a bias for action—someone comfortable leading a system design meeting one hour and presenting a concise strategic update to leadership the next.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Strategic Planning & Domain Leadership
- Strategic Acumen: Support strategic objectives and drive planning efforts within your domain, owning feature delivery over mid- to multi-year horizons.
- Domain Strategy: Define project goals and delivery roadmaps, aligning resources with priorities and technology staging while maintaining awareness of industry trends.
Execution & Delivery
- Project Oversight: Drive the execution and delivery of work within your domain, managing schedules, backlogs, and identifying immediate dependencies.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Establish and track technical success metrics (KPIs) and use data/dashboards to inform decisions and make progress visible to the organization.
Communication & Stakeholder Management
- Alignment: Facilitate team alignment to committed work and ensure up- and down-stream dependencies remain synchronized.
- Reporting: Effectively communicate project progress, risks, and health to stakeholders using established frameworks and concise content tailored for leadership.
Technical Leadership & Influence
- Engineering Collaboration: Engage effectively with engineers on technical details, understanding architectural implications for project timelines and assessing technical feasibility.
- Customer Obsession: Translate customer requirements into actionable specifications across multiple teams, ensuring the project adheres to established development processes.