Process Assembly Engineering Manager (Powertrain)

We made history and now we work to transform the future for our customers our communities and our families. Youll see your work on the road every day helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

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...

• Create lead and manage the Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering teams to plan engineer and launch manufacturing processes for Powertrains
• Work with Product Engineering Purchasing and Suppliers to specify DFM and deliver manufacturing feasibility and simultaneous engineering of new products through study build implement and launch phases to meet engineered rate.
• Lead the Process engineering technical requirements for programs (cycle times FMEA implement BoP OEM ESWP program OEM requisitions for PO etc.)
• Work with Mfg Strategy and Planning to ensure manufacturing systems meet investment and timing requirements.
• Support the Ford Operating Systems for successful launch and long term operations.
• Utilize institutional knowledge to implement standardization & continuous improvement (Kaizen)

What youll do...

• Develop new program assessments and lead teams to Design/ Build / Implement new Powertrain products and capacities at Ford plant locations
• Utilize Lessons Learned /Continuous Improvement Process
• Utilize Strategies Procedures Guidelines Bill of Process MDS/MPS and Deviations.
• Drive Simultaneous Engineering activities cost studies and investment efficiency activities to meet targets
• Provide technical expertise as required (ex. magnet insertion wire bending welding etc.)
• Develop Resource Requirements- Hire and assign resources. Check in and evaluate performance to objectives.
• Electric Vehicle (EV/HEV):
  • Powertrain Assembly Process leadership
  • Work closely with related Product Design/Development teams.
• Assess employee competencies and support Individual Development Plans; support employee growth through training classes on various topics as required.
• Lead mentor coach counsel recognize and motivate employees.
• Provide plant assistance to onoing Kaizen extraordinary needs (ex. Current model major issues) and support new programs launch
• Be the PTME Innovations Champion and coordinate with key partners (ex. ATP MTD) on innovations to mass production.
• Lead Global teams on similar replications to ensure Best Practices & Lessons Learned are carried forward for Continuous Improvement
• Lead Global teams on capacity & asset re-use to maximize capacity utilization and investment efficiency .

You have...

• BSc Engineering is required (Mechanical Industrial or Electrical preferred).
• Strong manufacturing engineering experience - minimum 10 years in managing teams on major projects.
• Understanding/experience of overall automotive processes (powertrain preferred) and manufacturing business acumen.
• Advanced knowledge of Manufacturing Planning and Cost Study process to lead programs from concept through to implementation.

Even better you may have...

• MS Engineering
• Experience in the Powertrain space.
• Ability to think strategically and work with peer organizations within Ford to support Blue and Model e strategic plans.
• Knowledge and practical experience with automotive manufacturingengineering production and planning.
• Flexible work locations (travel as required on frequent basis) depending on business needs.
• Relationship / Work Experience with cross functional teams.
• Servant Leadership mentality.

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.

This position is leadership level 5 and ranges from $141700-$268300.
Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidates skills and experience and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope responsibility and competitive market value.

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

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Candidates 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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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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