Autonomous Robotics Engineer

Ford • Allen Park, MI

42d • Hybrid

About The Position

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?
The Autonomous Robotics Engineer will play a key role in defining, deploying, and scaling next-generation automation across Ford’s global manufacturing network. This role supports the launch of advanced Autonomous Mobile Robot (AMR) and AGV technologies that modernize in-plant logistics, increase safety, improve quality, and enable Best-in-World manufacturing performance.
You will work hands-on with robotics systems, controls, IT architecture, and cross-functional launch teams to deliver reliable, repeatable automation that transforms how material moves in our plants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, mechatronics, computer science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience deploying automation or robotics systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of controls systems, industrial networking, and IT/OT interfaces related to robotics.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support launch activities.
• Must be open to travel

Nice To Haves

• Strong self-starter with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive issues to closure.
• Experience with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley preferred), industrial robotics, AMR/AGV platforms, or virtual commissioning tools.
• Understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory standards related to AGV/AMR technologies.
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with system-level debugging, root-cause analysis, and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, commissioning, and launch of AMR systems for in-plant material flow.
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Controls, IT, Safety, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering) to plan and integrate AMR/AGV systems into facility operations.
• Diagnose and resolve issues across controls, networking, software, and system integration during facility commissioning and launch.
• Drive continuous improvement activities to enhance AMR throughput, uptime, fleet behavior, and system robustness.
• Benchmark Best-in-World AMR/AGV deployments and translate findings into Ford’s automation strategy and standards.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, readiness evaluations, commissioning processes, and handoff to plant operations.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees