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FMA VME Engineer

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 we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

VME FAE is responsible for driving current model quality and ensuring future programs are launched with zero defects and zero warranty at Job 1. We are responsible for driving quality through our FMA tools, including PFMEA plans, PFMEAs, and Control Plans. This position will ensure our teams are delivering FMA documentation to program milestones, ensure they are compliant with procedural standards, and assist in the development of new tools to streamline the process.

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...

+ Create PFMEA Plan template for programs and ensure completion by V0 + 4 weeks

+ Facilitate FMA deliverable workshops for major programs at beginning of workstreams

+ Monitor compliance to deviation standard for safety and high action priorities within PFMEAs

+ Create additional foundational PFMEAs for new parts and processes as needed

+ Ensure foundational PFMEAs are updated according to latest manufacturing strategies

+ Establish timeline for program PFMEA audits and workshops to complete before program milestones

+ Cross functionally develop upcoming FMA tools to ensure manufacturing needs are met

+ Develop process to populate the control plan based on the new special characteristics communication process (SCCP) procedure

+ Engage with PTME, Manufacturing, Quality, Body, Stamping, and Paint to streamline initiatives and share lessons learned

+ Update the PFMEA procedure VOPGOG-212 as required and bring to the global team for alignment

+ Support PD FMA team initiatives and provide feedback to the global team

You'll have...

+ Bachelor’s degree Preferred (Engineering Based Preferred)

+ Experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering

+ Experience w/automotive assembly tooling, processes, and facilities

+ Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles

Even better, you may have...

Preferred Qualifications

+ Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset

+ Six Sigma Green Belt

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

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

+ Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills

+ Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: FEDE, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter

+ Experience in one or more of the following areas: Electrical Distribution Systems, Interior Ornamentation, Exterior Ornamentation, Glass Cells, Water Testing, Chassis, Powertrain, Tire and Wheel Assembly, Wheel Alignment, and/or Headlight AIM

+ Experience with Error proofing and/or vision equipment

+ Ability to resolve problems in a timely manner and escalate hard rocks

+ Ability to be self-motivated (minimal direct supervision)

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.

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 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.

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. #LI-Hybrid

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**Requisition ID** : 54034