At Ford, our Vehicle Hardware Engineering (VHE) team creates the systems, electronics, and hardware that bring next-generation Ford vehicles to life. Our engineers use design thinking and user experience methods to build everything from electric vehicle technology and driver-assist features to smart mobility solutions. If you're ready to collaborate with a global team and develop breakthrough products that delight customers, find your next role with us.
how legends are built
See how Ford's Vehicle Hardware Engineering team turns advanced physics, AI simulation, and hands-on innovation into vehicles people love to drive.
INside vhe: the teams shaping the future
ICE Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering
Lead the charge behind every new vehicle and engine program, and see the full picture of how development comes together.
Interior Systems Engineering
Design what customers touch, see, and feel on every drive, blending textiles, technology, and lighting into one seamless experience.
Underbody Systems
Define how a Ford vehicle actually feels on the road. Every turn of the steering wheel, press of the brake pedal, and smooth ride over a rough road is a direct result of your work.
Vehicle Hardware Engineering Systems
Bridge the gap between software and hardware, integrating mechanical, electrical, and software systems that turn bold ideas into vehicles on the road.
Powertrain Calibration
Turn raw power into precise control, optimizing propulsion systems on the dyno, track, and road. Here, you don't just assemble components, you craft the thrill of the drive.
Vehicle Evaluation & Verification (VEV)
Validate next-generation propulsion, high-voltage batteries, and advanced electronics — putting every vehicle's reliability to the test and ensuring tomorrow's vehicles are safe and flawless.
Electrified Propulsion Engineering (EPE)
Transform how people experience their daily lives, designing components that turn driving a Mustang Mach-E into something customers love.
Exterior and Structural Systems Engineering
Shape the look and strength of every Ford vehicle, using cutting-edge technology to take your designs from concept to launch.
ION park
Experience and contribute to a full line of technology development all in one place. At our Ion Park facility in Southeast Michigan, we’re developing technology from molecules to miles. You'll get hands-on experience designing battery chemistry, building real cells, and testing them to ensure they're safe and reliable.
This work doesn't stay on the drawing board. It feeds directly into Ford's electric vehicles and into new energy storage solutions through Ford Energy, the company's newest venture. Here, you'll build the future of battery technology alongside experts who are genuinely excited to share what they know. Join us at Ion Park to learn something new every day while making a real impact on how the world moves.
Meet Brian
Driveline Architect Engineer
“There is nothing quite like driving a vehicle and knowing the engineering behind the driveline system at its limits. In Underbody Systems, we don't just design components; we define the 'Ford DNA' and how the vehicle actually feels to the driver. It's incredibly rewarding to see your work directly translate to the driving experience of the vehicles you help develop every day.”
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