Controls Implementation Engineer (Powertrain, Sterling Heights)

Ford • Sterling Heights, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrow’s transportation.
As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, driven performers who think creatively to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.
We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering or equivalent experience (Mechanical, Industrial, etc)
• 5+ years' experience in controls engineering with strong ability to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge
• Applied experience in Structured Control Language (SCL)
• Extensive software programming experience - Siemens based highly preferred

Nice To Haves

• FC/FB editing and creation
• Software programming experience in Rockwell & Siemens - both preferred
• Direct program experience with assembly, machining, and tooling for Powertrain & Vehicle equipment.
• Ability to Engineer & Implement controls architectures (hardware/software).
• Validated programming capabilities with Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLCs and with CNC/Motion controls systems.
• Hands-on knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and fix PLC, CNC, robot, vision and other automation issues.
• Demonstrated skill in cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment.
• Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies.
• Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, coordinated safety etc.).
• Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints and design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.
• Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.
• Knowledge of PTME IT standard footprint applications such as FIS, QLSM, QWX, GPTS, QDAS, OBL, PDS etc.
• Familiarity with program delivery elements from the cost study phase to launch.
• Process engineering knowledge including GPDS deliverables and plant operational impact of controls designs.
• Experience interacting with senior management, process engineering, safety, IT, and plant production teams.
• Self-starter, self-directed with organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience using problem-solving skills within FMEA, DOE, DMAIC, 5D, 8D processes

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly and machining controls engineering deliverables for VOME & PTO programs, from simultaneous engineering through program launch for all Global PTO sites.
• Implement and apply standard software and hardware controls architectures across all programs/plants, following the VOME & PTO specification.
• Ensure the identification and capture of lessons learned along with their application to new programs, as well as the impact to existing strategies and standards.
• Lead simultaneous engineering meetings with Tier I suppliers to orchestrate controls program reviews with all interested parties.
• Participate in management program reviews and represent the controls organization in commodity discussions.
• Drive the controls organization to resolve issues, including feasibility, timing, cost and workload.
• Travel up to 80% during peak program times - largely in the S.E. MI regional area.
• Work off shift, as the need arises, during peak program install and launch times (OT eligible).

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