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Technical Specialists in Automation and Tooling are a new addition to final assembly but will be integral to our operations, serving as the strategic leads for advanced tooling systems withing specific teams; VCT, M&E and Automation. The **_MFGE Tech Specialist- Automation_** engineer will be specialized in robotics and automation tooling cells for final assembly. This position demands comprehensive technical mastery, and leveraging data analytics to understanding root cause towards high hurt quality and systemic process/tooling related issues. Tech specialists will be responsible for fielding and resolving systemic issues pertaining to their specialty from both internal and external customers. Travel to sites and suppliers is a necessary component of this position. Moreover, Technical Specialists are anticipated to be key contributors to the research, development, and successful deployment of cutting-edge technologies across our global production footprint.

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

What you'll do:

+ Conduct comprehensive technical assessments to strategically identify and evaluate opportunities for the application of robotic automation within final assembly, driving innovation and efficiency.

+ Collaborate extensively with product development teams to technically influence and drive product design for tooling enablement and quality improvements

+ Provide expert technical guidance and oversight for tooling design and build activities, working closely with the supplier interface team (VIS) to ensure technical specifications are met.

+ Lead root cause analysis activities pertaining to current production robotic & automation cells

+ Lead migration activities and actions towards systemic quality issues stemming from automated tooling

+ Pioneer and establish new, cutting-edge technical standards

+ Provide technical oversight and guidance to Tier 1 suppliers

+ Perform expert-level programming and troubleshooting for tooling

+ Guide PFMEA activities and conducting rigorous static/dynamic assessments to proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate technical risks within the manufacturing process.

+ Prepare and deliver compelling, technically detailed presentations and demonstrations for leadership reviews and program team reviews, effectively communicating complex technical information.

+ Collaborate as a technical authority with cross-functional teams (e.g., MTD, MP&L, VOME) and other stakeholders to precisely identify, define, and technically validate requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for automated processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ BSc, Mechanical Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Industrial or a related field)

+ Excellent communication skills, technical presenter and master “story teller”

+ 10- 15 years' experience with equipment respective tooling/equipment

+ 7 years' experience supporting in plant implementation of respective equipment

+ Expert with SCAAF/PFMEA process

+ REDX Problem Solver

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've 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 builder…or 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 Year’s Day

• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a leadership level 6.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1 (https://urldefense.com/v3/\_\_https://fordcareers.co/LL6SP1\_\_;!!N\_LtwI-RPugbI9wg0dJn!GqCJc8rQCYumBfrKQMTJZQVVNz\_uer5iH0ni3zyMHhYkWD03oJGxtUTv8RQRQPxG1xvYVzMQNbhiC4N\_$)

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Domestic relocation assistance is 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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**Requisition ID** : 48471