Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Quality Engineer

We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

In the Quality department our mission is simple yet vital: Quality Comes First. As we transition into an era of advanced electrification software-defined vehicles and cutting-edge mobility our quality engineers are at the forefront of ensuring our customers experience world-class reliability and safety.

In this position...

As the Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Quality Engineer you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our vehicles low-voltage and high-voltage Electrical Distribution Systems meet rigorous design requirements engineering specifications andmost importantlythe high expectations of our customers.

This is a highly collaborative cross-functional role. You will partner with diverse engineering teams program management and global suppliers leveraging standardized Ford processes and industry-leading quality tools to drive product excellence from concept through production.

What youll do...

• Lead Failure Mode Analysis (FMA): Spearhead FMA activities for upcoming next-generation Ford and Lincoln vehicle models to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate on Risk Analysis: Partner with Design & Release (D&R) Engineers and Vehicle Program Management Teams on Change Point Analysis and Risk Analysis to build and execute robust FMA work plans.
• Deliver Quality Milestones: Guide and support D&R Engineers to ensure all Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) Quality Deliverables are successfully executed on time.
• Drive Root Cause & Prevention: Lead cross-functional teams in rigorous root-cause analysis and establish permanent Prevent Recurrence Actions (PRA) for quality issues identified before during and after vehicle launch utilizing structured problem-solving tools (with a strong emphasis on the 3-Legged 5-Why approach).
• Develop Foundation Quality Documents: Collaborate with D&R Engineers and external supplier teams to author and refine critical quality documents including Quality History Boundary Diagrams Interface Matrices P-Diagrams Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEA/PFMEA) Special Characteristics and Control Plans.
• Optimize Process Controls: Work hand-in-hand with engineering and supplier partners to identify define and implement robust process control methods aimed at the prevention and early detection of failures.

Youll have...

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Electrical Aerospace Mechanical Systems or Computer Engineering or a related engineering/scientific discipline (or foreign equivalent or a combination of equivalent education and experience).
• Technical Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience working with Low-Voltage and/or High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems.
• Methodology: Proven experience applying structured engineering problem-solving methods.
• Skills: Strong analytical capabilities combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Mindset: A genuine passion for continuous improvement and elevating product quality.

Even better you may have...

• Longevity: 5 years of dedicated experience in Low-Voltage and/or High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems.

• Advanced Quality Tools: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Reliability Engineering: Experience defining planning and executing comprehensive product reliability plans.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with automotive manufacturing assembly and quality control processes.

• Leadership: A proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and presenting technical status updates during Management Reviews.

Interview Process: Selected candidates will be required to complete a technical homework assignment and respond to Technical Challenge Questions to be submitted 48 hours prior to the scheduled interview.

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 the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage

• Flexible family care 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 a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84480-$141360.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this opportunity.

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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.

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