Manufacturing Engineer

Ford • Dearborn, MI

11d • $74,300 - $166,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

As part of Ford’s Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) team, the Manufacturing Engineer helps develop and launch world-class powertrains by delivering new engine programs and ensuring industry-leading quality. The role combines engineering and project management, working cross-functionally within manufacturing and across the company. It uses data analytics and machine learning tools to consider assembly processes, cost efficiencies, and quality standards, and involves collaboration across the manufacturing value chain. The role has high visibility with Ford manufacturing leadership and cross-functional senior executives.

The position is based in Ford’s PTME office in Dearborn, Michigan. Some travel to equipment original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and Ford powertrain plants is expected, depending on project assignments. The position is hybrid, with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering.
• Strong analytical ability.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Data-driven mentality and decision-making process.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• Basic knowledge of test processes such as Leak Test and In-Process Test.
• Knowledge of engines.
• Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude.
• Project management experience.
• Programming experience in test software such as WMA or InspeXion.
• Electronic controls systems experience with Siemens PLCs and VFDs.
• Vibration/NVH analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support the specification, procurement, build, installation, and launch of Powertrain Production Test Systems for engine powertrain projects.
• Deliver standardized test processes and equipment aligned with global powertrain strategies.
• Support test processes including Leak Test, In-Process Test, Cold Test, and Hot Run.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve product designs that meet Manufacturing Design Specifications and feasible expectations in the Test Engineering Specification.
• Work with Prototype Engineering to determine feasible test solutions and methodologies during early program stages.
• Work with engineering teams from Assembly, Machining, Quality, and Plant Operations to integrate test processes into powertrain manufacturing systems.
• Develop production test sequences and monitor product function through a test software interface.
• Troubleshoot production issues affecting FTT and warranty, and determine corrective actions involving parts, assembly and machining processes, and/or test equipment.
• Implement test stand modifications and test sequence software updates for new models and corrective actions.
• Conduct equipment acceptance activities at OEMs and manufacturing plants to validate capability, robustness, and safety.
• Review component and assembly quality indicators and evaluate test improvements to address issues, reduce warranty claims, and improve customer satisfaction on new programs.
• Use Lessons Learned to develop program studies and improve standard Bills of Processes.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• 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.
• Vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level