MFG Eng Specialist

At Ford Motor Company we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrows transportation.

As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means were continually seeking diligent determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.

What youll be able to do:

MFG Eng Specialist - positions offered by Ford Motor Company (Dearborn Michigan). Coordinate cross-functional resources to identify root causes of technical issues and develop validated actionable solutions. Design and implement AI-powered vision control systems based on advanced technical knowledge of vision technologies. Work with a variety of vision cameras and programming software; continuously evaluate and improve equipment for better quality and delivery performance. Maintain and update program backups for automation and machinery systems. Inspect electronic equipment instruments products and systems to ensure conformance to specifications safety standards and applicable codes and regulations. Support new installations and upgrades of automation systems gantries material handling equipment and robotsespecially for regular/hybrid engine manufacturing. Reprogram validate and troubleshoot equipment in response to engineering changes focusing on sustainability continuous improvement and emission reduction by upgrading or replacing obsolete technology. Review equipment safety through risk assessments and ECPL (Energy Control and Power Lockout) placards to maintain a safe work environment. Read modify and approve electrical schematics and AutoCAD drawings for system installations and upgrades. Operate computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering tasks. Assist in training plant electricians and manufacturing personnel on systems and safety procedures. Use plant software tools including FIS QTS QWX LMA and AI-based visual inspection systems to monitor equipment cycle times and ensure quality standards are met. Operate and troubleshoot a range of systems including PLCs CNCs Safety PLCs Siemens Schneider Rexroth VFDs Servos PROFINET Modbus ABB robots and AI vision systems. Maintain working knowledge of OA CPN/MPN networks and industrial communication protocols for both wired and wireless connectivity. Domestic Travel Required up to 10%.

Youll have

Bachelors Degree or foreign equivalent in Electronics Engineering or a related field and 7 years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related occupation. 7 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1. Building and programming automation sequences for machining and assembly lines using Siemens PLCs including S7-300 series and IM151 safety PLCs. 2. Developing PLC logic and HMI screens via Step 7 WinCC Flexible or TIA Portal across multiple platforms. 3. Maintaining safety interlocks signals for safe operating environment part tracking including FIS or QLSCM and machine diagnostics. 4. Utilizing Siemens CNC 840D sl and S120 Servo systems for high-precision crankshaft and block machining operations. 5. Configuring servo axes and drive parameters using SinuCom NC or Starter tools for synchronized multi-axis motion. 6. Optimizing motion accuracy and reliability in plant environments in collaboration with mechanical and software teams. 3 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:1. Integrating industrial robots into engine machining and assembly lines primarily for part handling and automated loading/unloading utilizing robots including FANUC or ABB based on industry usage with Siemens PLCs and HMI systems using standard I/O and safety protocols. 2 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: 1. Configuring Schneider PLCs for auxiliary automation functions within multi-vendor manufacturing environments for new launch engine types. 2. Developing HMI interfaces using Magelis PL7 and Unity Pro for seamless operator interaction. 3. Building and deploying visual inspection stations for defect detection and quality verification on engine block lines and assembly lines along with Integrating smart sensors and laser-based detection units including Keyence and Cognex with Siemens Schneider or PL7 PLCs for pass/fail decision-making.

We are offering a salary of$127379.00 - $162120.00/yr.

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 child care 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.

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for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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