Process FMA Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

8d • $74,300 - $166,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.
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.
The Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) Process Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) and Prevent Recurrence Team is seeking a motivated professional to drive quality robustness across our engineering factory. Leveraging expertise in FMA deliverables including PFMEAs, Control Plans, error-proofing strategies, engineering standards, and new program launch requirements; you will support PTME launch teams through coaching, training, technical deep dives, and enhancements to engineering standards. Additionally, you will collaborate with global teams to resolve powertrain launch quality concerns and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
Work directly with PTME and Global Quality teams to improve the Quality Operating System (QOS), update standard documents, enhance FMA process robustness, and lead continuous improvement training initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering discipline.
• Proven manufacturing and quality experience in a plant manufacturing environment, including direct experience in APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PFMEA development, and Control Plans.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and structured problem-solving skills paired with an innovative, continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to teach, coach, and effectively present technical materials to peers and various levels of PTME leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of collaborating effectively within diverse, dynamic, cross-functional teams.
• Fast learner with self-motivation and initiative to proactively acquire technical knowledge independently via online documents and cross-functional networking to master complex data and processes.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of Ford Quality Processes, such as Ford Quality Operating System (QOS), Process FMA (SCCAF/SCCP, FMEA, Control Plans), Bill of Process (BOP), Quality Launch Readiness Assessments, 3-Legged 5-Why Problem Solving, Six Sigma, and Global 8D methodologies.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Familiarity with Ford Core Engineering Systems such as MIDAS, FEDE, Global Manufacturing Requirements / Knowledge Packets, engineering standards, and GPDS powertrain deliverables.
• Familiarity with Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) tools (e.g., AutoCAD) and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of Process FMA deliverables—including PFMEAs and Control Plans—to ensure alignment with corporate standards.
• Support root cause analysis and permanent corrective action (PCA/PRA) processes using structured problem-solving tools such as 3-Legged 5-Why (3L5Y), 8D, and A3.
• Conduct launch quality and warranty deep-dive reviews; to help identify recurring failure modes, risk areas, lessons learned, potential systemic improvements and ultimately support warranty reduction workstreams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Product Development, Plant Quality, and Global Engineering) to support the development and implementation of best practices, drive continuous improvement and issue resolution document and cascade Quality Operating System (QOS) lessons learned into forward-model programs.
• Support the update and enhancement of FMA tools, training materials, and ISO audit compliance activities across manufacturing engineering, including DRIM (Departmental Records Inventory Matrix) maintenance.
• Travel to Powertrain Manufacturing Plants as required (including occasional overnight stays) to support launch teams, deep dives, and plant quality initiatives.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid 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