AGV AMR Technology Development Engr

This position will lead a team to develop innovative process and technological solutions to solve real-world manufacturing problems related to cost and quality through Autonomous Mobile Robots. Collaboration with various plant and skill teams will be paramount in successfully implementing projects so a dynamic self-driven and highly collaborative individual is sought for this great opportunity to lead the way in establishing the future of manufacturing at Ford.

What youll do...

• Collaborate with key stakeholders (PD GME MP&L R&A and Manufacturing Operations) to identify define and prioritize manufacturing technology development initiatives
• Establish and communicateAGV/AMR roadmapsaligned to strategic Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) Objectives and AGV/AMR Platform for external commercial use cases
• Lead and contribute to all aspects of AGV/AMR technology Pilot and Production systems including Network Architecture Navigation Communications IT systems interfaces and Functional Safety
• Lead internal Ford and external Supplier cross functional teams to develop and deliver new manufacturing technologies through ideation concept generation to Application Ready (AR);
• Execute all manufacturing technology development projects in accordance to the Global Manufacturing Engineering Standard (GMES) - New Manufacturing Technology Development Procedure GMP02-704ME.
• Apply system engineering approach with disciplined Six Sigma methodology and a data driven mindset on all manufacturing technology development projects.
• Plan and schedule installation of prototype equipment at Ford and non-Ford facilities with Ford Land UAW and Supplier Partners to enable Concept Ready (CR)/Application Ready (AR) testing prove-out.
• Manage all aspects of manufacturing technology development projects portfolio administration inclusive of;
• Budget forecasts MEARS project submissions Purchase Order placement Invoice processing MTD Financial Tracker Updates and MTD Manufacturing Innovation Projects Tracker Updates.
• Prepare clear and concise technical presentation packages for joint review in MTD/Core Engineering Team meetings MTD SAR meetings and Manufacturing Executive reviews.
• Create core technology documentation and upload to information share site to facilitate knowledge transfer to Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) personnel and support technology replication across global manufacturing sites.
• Participate actively in mentoring coaching and learning cascade activities across the manufacturing engineering teams and serve as an advocate to foster a manufacturing innovation culture across the enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related discipline
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong leadership motivation and team building skills
• Exceptional project management multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative team setting
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of applications and tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of IT Networks and Communication Architecture
• Experience in a high-volume Manufacturing environment with focus on production related Process Automation
• Familiarity with program planning implementation and launch deliverables and solid understanding of GPDS
• Exposure interacting with Senior Leadership Team
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

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 childcare 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.

This position is asalary grade range 5-8.
For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.

Domestic relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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