Manufacturing Engineer - Interior/Exterior Trim

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

56138 - Manufacturing Engineer - Interior/Exterior Trim 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? In this position... 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, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. What you'll do... VOME is a cross-functional team having the primary responsibility to plan for and implement the launch of new vehicle programs at assembly plants. The Manufacturing Engineer will be a part of this team and be responsible for the following: Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your specific Subsystem (Electrical, Powertrain, Suspension, Exterior, Interior) Collaborate with Product Development team to generate facility & tooling costs, improve quality, and reduce labor requirements Use virtual tools to evaluate the feasibility of new model designs for high volume assembly operations Write/modify/maintain process sheets and deliver updated Cycle Line Layouts Lead identification, resolution, and closure of FAE feasibility issues Create and follow a master schedule for the design, build, and implementation of tools in your subsystem Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site. In addition, support tooling buy-offs @ vendor facilities Lead identification, resolution, and closure of all launch product and tooling issues Develop "Lessons Learned" from New Model launches and implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs Support Department Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI)initiatives Interface with cross-functional activities (Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, Material Planning & Logistics, New Model Programs) You'll have... Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering 2+ years of experience w/automotive assembly tooling, processes and facilities Even better, you may have... Bachelor’s degree in engineering Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset Strong computer skills (Excel, Power Point, etc.) 3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, CATIA, or equivalent) Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: AVBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter, E2KS, AIM, CPARS Experience in one or more of the following automotive systems: Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, Electrical, Water test, End of Line Error proofing experience You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: 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. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: New Hire Benefits This position is a range of salary grades SG5 - SG8 Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-MG1

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing Engineering
• 2+ years of experience w/automotive assembly tooling, processes and facilities

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Strong Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Power Point, etc.)
• 3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, CATIA, or equivalent)
• Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles
• Knowledge in the following Ford software systems: AVBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter, E2KS, AIM, CPARS
• Experience in one or more of the following automotive systems: Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, Electrical, Water test, End of Line Error proofing experience

Responsibilities

• Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements for your specific Subsystem (Electrical, Powertrain, Suspension, Exterior, Interior)
• Collaborate with Product Development team to generate facility & tooling costs, improve quality, and reduce labor requirements
• Use virtual tools to evaluate the feasibility of new model designs for high volume assembly operations
• Write/modify/maintain process sheets and deliver updated Cycle Line Layouts
• Lead identification, resolution, and closure of FAE feasibility issues
• Create and follow a master schedule for the design, build, and implementation of tools in your subsystem
• Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site. In addition, support tooling buy-offs @ vendor facilities
• Lead identification, resolution, and closure of all launch product and tooling issues
• Develop "Lessons Learned" from New Model launches and implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs
• Support Department Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation (SQDCPMEI)initiatives
• Interface with cross-functional activities (Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, Material Planning & Logistics, New Model Programs)

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees