Manufacturing Engineer

As part of Ford's Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) team, you'll help build world-class powertrains. The team is responsible for developing new technologies, processes, and testing methods to increase quality and efficiency.

The Manufacturing Engineer role involves functioning as both an engineer and project manager, working cross-functionally within manufacturing and across the enterprise to deliver new engine programs and ensure industry-leading quality powertrains.

Responsibilities:

• Support the specification, procurement, build, installation, and launch of Powertrain Production Test Systems for engine powertrain projects
• Deliver standardized test processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies
• Support all test processes, including Leak Test, In-Process Test, Cold Test, and Hot Run
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve a working Product design that meets Manufacturing Design Specifications
• Work with Prototype Engineering to determine feasible test solutions and methodology during the early stages of new programs
• Work with a multi-functional engineering team to ensure proper integration of test processes into powertrain manufacturing systems
• Develop production test sequences and monitor product function through a test software interface
• Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty, and determine corrective actions
• Implement test stand modifications and test sequence updates for new models and corrective actions
• Conduct equipment acceptance activities for test machines at both the OEM and Mfg. Plant
• Review component/assembly quality indicators and evaluate potential test improvements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's in Engineering
• Strong analytical ability
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Data-driven mentality and decision-making process
• Application experience in computers
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Base knowledge of various test processes
• Knowledge of engines
• Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude
• Project management experience
• Programming experience in test software such as WMA, InspeXion software
• Electronic controls systems experience with Siemens PLCs and VFDs
• Vibration/NVH analysis a plus

Benefits:

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