Process Engineer, Ford Energy

Ford Energy is seeking a Process Engineer to play a critical role in launching and scaling operations at their Glendale Junction facility.

As a Process Engineer, you will apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish, optimize, and continuously improve high-volume battery storage manufacturing and assembly processes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of the Ford Energy Production System (FEPS), focusing on standardized work, line balancing, and optimized workstation layouts.
• Develop labor standards and manpower plans for cell, module, and pack assembly to maximize utilization and efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity across all production lines.
• Analyze production constraints and perform equipment cycle time studies to optimize throughput, Jobs Per Hour (JPH), and First Time Through (FTT) quality.
• Design and refine station layouts using CAD, incorporating tooling, material presentation, and error-proofing for zero-defect manufacturing.
• Conduct ergonomic job evaluations and implement workstation designs that meet high safety standards in automated, high-speed production environments.
• Manage procurement, commissioning, capability validation, and debugging of new production equipment.
• Collaborate with Product Design, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to develop optimal process strategies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing).
• 3-5+ years of progressive experience in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering within a high-volume production environment.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in Greenfield site development or high-volume automotive, battery, or electronics manufacturing.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Experience with 8D, 5-Why analysis, DMAIC/DMADV methodologies, and lean tools.
• Familiarity with engineering change and release systems.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and team-building skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package including performance-based bonuses.
• Ford vehicle discounts.
• Opportunity to shape the energy strategy of one of the world's most iconic brands.
• 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.
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members.
• 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.