Manufacturing Engineer

Ford Motor Company • Dearborn, MI

5d • $124,904 - $166,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for its Dearborn, Michigan location. This is a hybrid position, with work performed both from home and at the anticipated worksite; employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance. The role supports the 29MY 5.0L F-150 program and other powertrain programs, including sourcing global suppliers and working with suppliers local to Dearborn. Domestic and international travel of up to 20% is required.

The engineer will identify the equipment design scope for new equipment and retooling, select suppliers based on technical ability, and work with selected suppliers to develop and build equipment and retool kits. The role also coordinates work plans with the Ford Essex Engine Plant launch and production team, supports production startup, resolves technical issues, and helps document processes and desired quality outcomes. Proprietary engine assembly knowledge is required to apply lessons learned across programs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, Engineering Management, Applied Science, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the job offered or a related occupation.
• At least 3 years of experience supporting automotive manufacturing processes, including engine assembly operations and equipment such as robotics, vision systems, and fastening systems.
• At least 3 years of experience developing engine assembly processes aligned with process standards, including assessing design feasibility within manufacturing operations.
• At least 2 years of experience interpreting engineering drawings and applying 3D methods, including GD&T principles, ACAD navigation, and virtual manipulation of components and equipment using Siemens Teamcenter.
• At least 2 years of experience assessing equipment capability using CPK/PPK.
• At least 1 year of experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles through projects involving the 8 wastes, GEMBA walks, and KAIZEN events, with documented results.
• At least 1 year of experience developing and refining fastening programs using the Atlas Copco PF6000 system, including interpreting rundown programs and recommending updates.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire.
• Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Dearborn worksite.

Responsibilities

• Identify equipment design scope for new equipment and retooling for the 29MY 5.0L F-150 program.
• Meet with suppliers and select them based on technical ability.
• Work with selected suppliers to develop and build new equipment and retool kits.
• Work with the Ford Essex Engine Plant launch and production team to develop work plans, including installation timing and skilled-trade requirements.
• Support production startup and resolve technical issues, including conducting root cause analysis.
• Work with the team to create quality documentation of processes and desired quality outcomes.
• Work on powertrain programs, including sourcing global suppliers for program work.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized backup childcare.
• 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: Senior