Product Development Engineer
US$65,000 – US$166,000 / yr base salary
Posted 28 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Product Development Engineer-Advanced Steering Systems Mechatronics”
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- Expected experience
- 3+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Hybrid
- Visa sponsorship
- Not offered
| Base salary | US$65,000 – US$166,000 / yr |
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Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Field of studyComputer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Systems Engineering (or related)
Study levelMaster's
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...
Advanced Steering Systems Mechatronics Engineer is a multidisciplinary engineer to support the development and validation of steering systems in Dearborn, Michigan. This role combines systems engineering, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) testing, test automation, and hands-on mechanical and electrical test-system development. The successful candidate will contribute in one or more of these areas while collaborating across disciplines to expand their capabilities and deliver reliable, scalable steering validation solutions.
Responsibilities
What you'll do...
- Develop and validate advanced steering systems, including electric power steering and Steer-by-Wire, from concept through production.
- Define system requirements, verification methods, test plans, and automated test cases for functional, performance, safety, and regression testing.
- Design, build, integrate, and maintain HiL benches, test fixtures, wire harnesses, circuits, and supporting lab infrastructure.
- Execute system and subsystem testing, fault insertion, troubleshooting, and failure analysis across hardware, software, controls, and vehicle interfaces.
- Develop test automation and analysis tools using applicable programming, simulation, and automotive network toolchains.
- Apply systems engineering, Functional Safety, and failure-mode-avoidance principles to requirements, design, and validation.
- Support bench commissioning, electrical and mechanical integration, supplier technical reviews, equipment procurement, and lab-capacity improvements.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, including schematics, fixture designs, bills of materials, interface definitions, test procedures, and reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and suppliers to resolve technical issues and meet program deliverables.
- Contribute technical depth in one or more disciplines while developing broader capability across mechatronics and HiL engineering.