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We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. APD (Advanced Program & Delivery) is a cross-functional team having the primary responsibility to plan for and implement the launch of new vehicle programs at assembly plants.

The Manufacturing Engineer candidate will be a part of this team and be responsible for the following:

+ Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your specific Subsystem (Electrical, Powertrain, Suspension, Exterior, Interior, Vehicle Engineering).

+ Collaborate with Product Development team to generate facility & tooling costs, improve quality, and reduce labor requirements.

+ Use virtual tools to evaluate the feasibility of new model designs for high volume assembly operations.

+ Write/modify/maintain process sheets and deliver updated Cycle Line Layouts.

+ Lead manufacturing assembly builds (DCV, TT, PP, MP1 and MP2) in Canada, Mexico & US assembly plants

+ Lead identification, resolution, and closure of Final Assembly Engineering feasibility issues.

+ Create and follow a master schedule for the design, build, and implementation of tools in your subsystem.

+ Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site. In addition, support tooling buyoffs @ vendor facilities.

+ Drive Engineering Change implementation throughout the key program milestones

+ Lead identification, resolution, and closure of all launch product and tooling issues.

+ Develop "Lessons Learned" from New Model launches and implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs.

+ Support Department Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI) initiatives.

+ Deliver cycle line layouts and work with the assembly plants to have a complete operator/equipment workstation ready for launch

+ Interface with cross-functional activities (Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, Material Planning

You'll have...

+ Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related degree; or foreign equivalency degree, or a combination of equivalent experience and education.

+ Automotive Manufacturing Engineering experience preferred- 3+ years

+ Experience w/automotive assembly tooling, processes and facilities preferred- 3+ years

+ Experience in one or more of the following automotive systems: Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, Electrical, Water test, End of Line – 3+ years

+ Ability to work effectively as part of a cross functional team – 3+ years demonstrated experience

+ Ability to support launch programs on extended travel – Commitment needed for travel to support program needs

+ Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset

+ Strong computer skills (Excel, Power Point, MS Project etc.)

+ 3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, CATIA, or equivalent) – 3+ years

+ Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles – 2+ years

+ Ability to operate in stressful situations within timing constraints

+ Ability to work with minimal direct supervision

+ Error proofing

+ Experience in developing application in Power Apps in using Common Data Service CDS, SQL, Flow, Excel, and SharePoint.

Even better, you may have...

+ Working knowledge of statistics (control charts, data collecting, etc.)

+ Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: FEDEBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter, E2KS, AIMS, JIRA, AURORA

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power BI, etc.) to develop and maintain custom solutions and meet business needs to improve digital transformation.

+ Experience in one or more of the following automotive systems: Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, Electrical, Water test, End of Line 3+ years

+ Error proofing

+ Experience in developing application in Power Apps in using Common Data Service CDS, SQL, Flow, Excel, and SharePoint.

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 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 Year’s Day

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

This position is a salary grade 6.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRSP1

This position is a range of salary grades 6-8.

**Visa sponsorship 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. #LI-Onsite \#LI-RC3

**Requisition ID** : 47368