Engineering Specialist - Incoming Quality

Ford Motor • Chicago, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will support the Incoming Quality department by analyzing and diagnosing complex component problems that arise during automotive assembly, EOL testing, or Surveillance calls.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required - 1 - 2 years of experience in a quality assurance, manufacturing, or related technical role, ideally with exposure to incoming quality, inspection, or supplier interaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Automotive and/or manufacturing background
• Understanding of internal OIS sheets to confirm that correct assembly processes are being followed.
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Candidate must be a self-starter and can work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Proven critical thinker and troubleshooter to deliver industry-leading quality
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to build strong, professional relationships
• Candidate must be willing to work a flexible schedule (including RDOs) when significant quality issues emerge.
• Successful candidate must be able to demonstrate FORD behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.
• -Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Nice To Haves

• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Degree
• Quality Assurance background
• Hands-on experience with measuring / test equipment.
• Experience analyzing Electrical, Mechanical or Dimensional components.
• Working knowledge of GD&T

Responsibilities

• Will thoroughly analyze all possible fixes when approaching problems
• Will conduct deep dives into solving and verifying root causes, including electrical testing, dimensional analysis, mechanical testing, etc. on supplier parts
• Will compare components against engineering drawings and/or CAD to understand if supplier parts meet engineering specifications
• Will support expedited concern resolution with cross-functional teams, including Production (Salaried & hourly), VRTs, PVT, STA, Quality Engineers, QOSCs, SPCs, and suppliers.
• Will cover for IQ Process Coaches occasionally (i.e. vacation coverage).

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare, 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
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees