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Ford Motor · Dearborn, MI

# Product Development Engineer - Heat Exchanger Core Engineer

Dearborn, MI, United States Hybrid Full-time $74,300-$166,200 Operations 

Listed on Ford Motor’s official careers site. Posted October 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

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... This position will lead all the heat exchangers (Condenser, Radiator, CAC, WCC, Battery Chiller etc.) with expertise on design, materials (Aluminum alloy) and manufacturing processes (brazing), and laboratory analysis techniques.

## Responsibilities

What you'll do... Support creation and maintenance of the Core Engineering Documents (DFMEA/SCCAF Documents, Requirements and Test Procedures, etc.) Support application teams in sourcing decisions, validation planning, engineering sign offs and manufacturing site reviews. Signoff of DV/PV/SREA/DPA for HEX Components. Technical Problem Solving for Launch, Recall, Quality / Field Issues.. Understanding manufacturing process for all types of heat exchangers: tube/fin forming, stampings, injection molding, brazing and EOL leak check.

Understand corrosion methodology for various types of heat exchangers (rolled tube, extruded tube, plate stack, etc). Able to conduct root cause analysis and work with suppliers on countermeasures and preventative actions. Understanding of Materials, Analysis Tools, Design and Manufacturing for HEX Components. Able to lead technical discussions to deliver optimized Refrigerant or Power Train Designs for use in vehicle systems.

Must be able to work with other FORD organizations, labs, and outside suppliers to help direct solutions for issues. Support global applications teams with refrigerant and coolant based heat exchangers issue. Optimize designs for Cost reduction while maintaining quality performance. Interact with Refrigerant, Power Train, NVH, Controls and CAE teams. Collaborate with subsystem Technical Specialist within the company and with external suppliers.

Support new technology/supplier development. Support strategy papers such as Modularity, Commodity Business Plan. Provide technical support for cost reduction ideas and quality improvements.

## Qualifications

You'll have...

### Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or a related field 3+ years of experience in HEX designs and development. The D&R Engineer is responsible for managing product release CAD and BOM structures, including assembly positioning and mass attribute analysis. This role also includes facilitating supplier data integration and developing CAD studies to support and drive design improvements. Strong DFMEA knowledge and implementation per AIAG/VDA.

Laboratory experience in metallurgy related to heat exchangers. Knowledge in corrosion lab testing and material designs. Knowledge of materials and heat exchanger manufacturing processes (fluxing, brazing, EOL checks) Understanding of investigation tools – SEM, FTIR, Surface Analysis Tools, TGA.

### Key

Ability to lead and align collections of people that do not directly report to this position. Ability to institutionalize the key factors of thermal systems success and lessons learned through documentation (design rules, requirements, technical design guides, etc.) and to teach associated learning sessions. Ability to form an opinion, communicate it effectively at all levels, and drive the company in a winning direction.

Even better, if you have … Preferred Master of Engineering (electrical, mechanical, physics, systems, etc.) preferred. You 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 coverage
- 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
- Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day This position is a salary grade 6 - 8 and ranges from $74,300-$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: [https://fordcareers.co/GSR](https://fordcareers.co/GSR) 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 1-888-336-0660. This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #VehicleHardwareEngineering #LI-JT1

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Oct 30, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 1, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 1, 2026
- Listed for: 2 days
- Location: Dearborn, MI, United States
- Work arrangement: Hybrid
- Employment type: Full-time
- Pay: $74,300-$166,200[Apply on Ford Motor’s careers site →](https://efds.fa.em5.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/73405)

## Hiring at Ford Motor
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- Tracked since: Jul 10, 2026

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