BME - Cell to Pack Process Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

118d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Battery Manufacturing Engineer at Ford, you will be instrumental in developing and implementing state-of-the-art battery manufacturing processes, from electrode production to cell and module assembly, and launching new facilities. This role involves leading simultaneous engineering efforts to ensure manufacturability for new products, collaborating with OEMs and technology partners on equipment design, and developing robust quality methods like PFMEA. Furthermore, you will define assembly system solutions, establish performance targets, manage equipment acceptance and installation, and provide critical support to plant operations by creating detailed documentation and utilizing virtual tools for process optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience developing new automated manufacturing processes in the battery and/or automotive industry.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or Project Manager.
• Understanding/Experience in cell-to-pack or cell-to-module assembly processes.
• Experience designing mechanical equipment, fixturing, and tooling.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of assembly systems and process flow.
• Self-starting, initiative-taking with exemplary influential, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage technical aspects of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with digital tools and methods for designing mechanical equipment.
• Willingness to take a leadership role in project settings.
• Ability to identify and utilize new technologies to improve manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish a complete battery manufacturing process for cell-to-pack assembly system.
• Drive design for manufacturing (DFM) for new cell-to-pack battery products.
• Responsible for placing purchase order with equipment supplier(s), concept and design reviews.
• Lead the development of quality control methods, including PFMEA, gauge R&R studies, and inspection procedures.
• Collaborate with industrial engineering to define cycle time, OEE, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop and maintain complete documentation packages for new manufacturing processes.
• Proactively manage project schedules, budgets, and change requests.
• Collaborate with building and facilities teams to install new equipment.
• Provide ongoing support to plant operations to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with Ford safety regulations and industry standards for battery manufacturing.
• Travel to domestic and international manufacturing facilities.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs.
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• 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, 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
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree