Manufacturing Engineer-Package Attach/ Reflow Soldering

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer will lead the specification, procurement, build, installation, and launch of Powertrain Production equipment for package attach and reflow soldering of powertrain power electronics components. The role develops standardized processes and equipment aligned with global powertrain strategies, implements manufacturing processes, and supports inspection methods such as cross sectioning and pull tests.

The engineer works with Product Engineering to develop product designs that meet manufacturing design specifications and feasible engineering expectations. The role also supports prototype and pilot manufacturing to determine practical manufacturing solutions early in new programs. It troubleshoots production issues affecting first-time-through performance and warranty, and determines corrective actions involving parts, processes, or equipment. Travel to supplier facilities and Ford manufacturing plants is required 10–30% of the time.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering in a related field or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing or assembly using heavily or fully automated high-volume production.
• Experience with package attach or reflow soldering; experience with other joining methods, such as other soldering methods or welding, may also be considered.
• Prior experience working in an ISO clean room environment manufacturing power electronics.
• Familiarity with ESD controls and measures for handling power electronics.
• Data-driven mentality and decision-making process.
• Application experience with computers and electronics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to learn product function.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to a dynamic working environment and diverse team.
• Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude.
• Project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead specification, procurement, build, installation, and launch of Powertrain Production equipment for package attach and reflow soldering of powertrain power electronics components.
• Develop and deliver standardized processes and equipment aligned with global powertrain strategies.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for package attach and reflow soldering of power electronics.
• Support inspection processes, including cross sectioning and pull tests.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve product designs that meet manufacturing design specifications and feasible engineering specifications.
• Support Prototype Engineering and Pilot Manufacturing in determining feasible manufacturing solutions and methods during early stages of new programs.
• Troubleshoot production issues affecting first-time-through performance and warranty, and determine corrective actions for parts, processes, or equipment.
• Travel to supplier facilities and Ford manufacturing plants as required (10–30%).

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized back-up child care.
• Family-building benefits, including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement and fertility treatments.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• 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