Manufacturing Engineer

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford were all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

Seeking a candidate to fulfill an opening as a Vehicle Operations Engineering (VME) Final Assembly Engineering (FAE) Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) & Quality Engineer. Selected candidate will be responsible for driving quality initiatives and strategies in our assembly plants as well as prevent recurrence actions for future programs.

VME FAE is responsible for driving current model quality and ensuring future programs are launched with zero defects and zero warranty at Job 1. The team is responsible for driving current model quality concerns (reducing R/1000) managing VME responsibilities for minor programs and running changes at our assembly plants and leading the implementation of tools/technologies/error proofing to improve quality and to resolve process/manufacturing related issues.

What youll do...

• Lead data driven and plant floor analysis of current model quality concerns and/or process/manufacturing related issues
• Identify develop and deliver ICAs PCAs and PRAs for current model quality concerns and/or process/manufacturing related issues
• Operate cross functionally with Plant Engineering Product Development Vehicle Program Engineers Quality Offices STA VME FAE Core and Manufacturing Program Teams and other groups throughout the company
• Engage SMEs and groups/engineers within different teams (FAE and otherwise) for assistance in driving Quality
• Utilize data from VRT health charts to prioritize response actions that drive largest R/1000 reductions
• Lead report outs to management
• Represent VME FAE at VRT functions supporting as required
• Lead implementation of tools/technologies/error proofing to improve quality and to resolve process/manufacturing related issues
• Manage VME responsibilities for minor programs and running changes at assembly plants which include but are not limited to assessing manufacturing feasibility estimating facility and tooling costs updating engineering concerns and writing of purchase orders.
• Perform in-plant trials and prove-out associated with engineering concerns MCR actions alerts and PSOs.
• Support GSPAS PFMEA and control plan updates delta audits GERT investigations ECN maintenance change control and VME initiatives tied to current model programs
• Provide support for containment on stop ships
• Assist with incoming quality
• Support daily quality meetings weekly regional meetings plant VQRs and warranty binning meetings
• Support corporate labor initiatives

Youll have...

• Bachelors degree (Engineering Based Preferred)
• Experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience w/automotive assembly tooling processes and facilities
• Experience with Error proofing vision equipment and fastening technologies.
• Must be open to travel as needed to support our North American Assembly Plants and the FAE quality team members who are stationed at these plants

Even better you may have...

• Bachelors degree in Engineering
• Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset
• Strong computer skills (Excel Power Point etc.)
• 3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter VisMockup CATIA or equivalent)
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles
• Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: FEDE WERS GSPAS/APT Teamcenter.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Electrical Distribution Systems Interior Ornamentation Exterior Ornamentation Glass Cells Water Testing Chassis Powertrain and/or Tire and Wheel Assembly
• Ability to work in stressful situations within timing constraints.
• Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner and escalate hard rocks
• Ability to be self-motivated (minimal direct supervision).

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor 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
• Flexible family care days 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
• A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: New Hire Benefits

This position is a range of salary grades SG5 - SG8 .

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.