Engineering Specialist, Process - Final Assembly

Ford • Wayne, MI

5d • $72,480 - $162,120 • Onsite

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?
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.
In this position...
You will serve as the plant’s ultimate authority on assembly integrity. You will hone your fastening skills by mastering the physics of joints, analyzing complex torque and joint problems that baffle others, and establish all local plant power tool requirements to ensure our assembly line operates with world-class precision.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• Proven team leadership skills and the ability to manage complex projects with a self-directed, "take-charge" mentality
• Ability to flex and rotate hours as needed
• A fundamental understanding of handheld power tools and sophisticated vehicle assembly tooling, such as multi-spindle secure stations and blind rivet systems
• Excellent oral and written skills, with the ability to translate technical data into actionable insights for diverse audiences
• Conflict resolution skills with a focus on the full lifecycle of a concern: leading interim containment, defining root causes, and validating permanent corrective actions to prevent recurrence
• A distinct desire to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging manufacturing environment
• Confidence to supervise and guide hourly personnel

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of implementation of power tool processes
• Deep technical experience specifically tailored to fasteners and joints
• A track record of improving manufacturing efficiency through tooling innovation
• Experience managing skilled trades

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Personnel and the Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) to diagnose torque and joint anomalies.
• Lead Torque Process Potential Studies (TPPS) and joint analyses to uncover the "why" behind every variance.
• Support the PVT on assembly concerns, torque deviations, and fastener rejections.
• Implement engineering revisions that ensure proper tool usage and settings.
• Act as the vital link between engineering and the shop floor.
• Support Line Supervision in root cause identification and implement immediate, short-term containment plans during investigation phases.
• Ensure every torque change is meticulously documented in TISS/TPPS software.
• Represent the plant at Material Control/PVT change meetings to anticipate how new fasteners will impact the line.
• Manage the procurement, evaluation, and control of all power tools (Atlas Copco & Stanley).
• Oversee the Torque Integrity Assurance Program (VOPFAG-241) and lead Error Proofing initiatives.
• Function as the plant’s focal point for all torque and joint issues for both launch and current products.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED