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PD Engineer - Intern

CompanyFord Motor Company
LocationNaucalpan de Juárez
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 25, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will design, develop, and validate electronic system parts while serving as a key interface between core teams and vehicle programs. They will also manage supplier relationships, support vehicle builds, and contribute to quality and cost optimization objectives.
Internship Type
part time
Company Size
185803
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us. Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day. Privacy Policy: https://www.ford.com/help/privacy/
About the Role

As an Electronic Systems Applications Ford Champ, you will be responsible to design, develop, validate, and release parts under his/her responsibility for the assigned programs. Electronic Systems Applications Engineer is also responsible to look for design improvements to increase quality and cost / weight optimization.

Responsibilities

What you´ll do:

  • Key interface between the Core Electronic Systems team and the vehicle program teams to ensure all deliverables are met for each program milestone. 
  • Work with suppliers and Vehicle Architecture engineers to package different ECUs (CIM, DC/AC, HVPO, USB, TRM, AVAS, Horn, BBS, etc.) in vehicle environment. 
  • Manage VSEM, Teamcenter, FEDE, JIRA, AIMS, QED, WERS and Control Tech
  • Lead supplier teams to support all builds with parts, CRs, and alerts. Support all program builds, lead vehicle level validation testing, and lead team to resolve issues.
  • Review existing benchmarking data and obtains new data as required to assure best possible design and cost at J1.
  • Contribute to corporate and department TVM (Total Value Management) and quality objectives.

 

Qualifications

What you´ll need:     

  • Active student from any of the last 2 semesters of Electrical, Electronic, Systems, Mechanical – Electrical, Mechatronics, Aeronautical
  • 90% English skills (Oral, reading, writing, and listening)
  • Strong analytical and communication skills 
  • General knowledge of vehicle functions, electronic and/or vehicle systems
  • Knowledge of automotive industry environment, working experience preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of materials properties and production process.
  • Excellent organization, communication, time/program management and presentation skills.
  • Electrical-mechanical background as these commodities have electrical and mechanical interface.
  • Experience with supplier management and negotiations.
  • Attitude to learn and teamwork.
  • Working knowledge of Engineering disciplines (P-diagram, DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.).
  • A comprehensive understanding of electrical Subsystem Design Specifications 
Key Skills
Electronic systems designVehicle architectureSupplier managementTeamcenterJiraDFMEADVP&RAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsAutomotive engineeringElectrical systemsMechanical systemsProject managementTotal value managementBenchmarkingTechnical documentation
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnologyLogistics
Benefits
Professional developmentNetworking opportunitiesCareer mentorship