Manufacturing Engineer - Powertrain/test

Manufacturing Engineering Position

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. This is a manufacturing engineering position with a focus on developing production test processes and project-managing the launch of new and retooled test equipment on powertrain manufacturing programs. Depending on project assignments, travel to appropriate equipment OEMs and Ford Powertrain Plants is to be expected.

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.

Responsibilities

Support the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of Powertrain Production Test Systems for transmission and electrified powertrain component projects.

Deliver standardized test processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies.

Support all test processes (e.g. Leak Test, In-Process Test, Main Control Oil Calibration, Transmission /etransaxle Final Test, eMotor testing, etc.).

Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve a working Product design that meets Manufacturing Design Specifications with feasible expectations in the Test Engineering Specification (ES).

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 from Assembly, Machining, Quality and Plant Operations 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, determine corrective actions to the part, assembly, and machining processes and/or test equipment.

Implement test stand modifications as required for new models and corrective actions.

Implement test sequence (software) updates for new models and corrective actions.

Conduct equipment acceptance activities for test machines at both the OEM and Mfg. Plant to validate capability, robustness, and safety.

Review component/assembly quality indicators and evaluate potential test improvements to address issues, reduce warranty claims and improve customer satisfaction on new programs.

Use Lessons Learned to develop program studies and improve standard Bill of Processes.

Qualifications

B S Engineering or equivalent.

Strong analytical ability.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Data driven mentality and decision-making process.

Application experience in computers and electronics.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Ability to learn product function.

Handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic working environment and diverse team.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Manufacturing Engineering.

Base knowledge of various test processes (Leak Test, In-Process Test, EOL Test, etc.).

Knowledge of transmission and/or electrified powertrain component function.

Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude.

Project management experience.

Programming experience in test software such as WMA, LabVIEW and VMC software.

Electronic controls systems experience with Siemens PLCs and VFDs.

Vibration/NVH analysis a plus.

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 - 8 and ranges from $72,480 -162,120. For more information on salary and benefits, click here.

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. 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.

Requisition ID: 59203