Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Engineer

Ford • Livonia, MI

1d • $65,100 - $166,200 • Onsite

About The Position

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.
In this role, the Non-Destructive Evaluation Engineer will provide analysis of various components and assemblies to support product benchmarking, failure analysis and problem solving. Successful candidates will have experience with non-destructive evaluation techniques and a desire to collect and analyze data for a wide range of components. Your work will directly support product benchmarking, provide deep insights into failure analysis, and drive effective problem-solving initiatives. You will be instrumental in collecting, interpreting, and presenting data that empowers our teams to make informed decisions and deliver superior solutions to our customers.
This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on product quality and innovation within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. You will be empowered to innovate, develop new skills, and contribute to a team that values curiosity and continuous improvement. If you are ready to apply your NDE expertise to solve real-world problems and influence product development, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science.
• 1+ years’ experience in 3D Modeling or CAD
• Strong communication (verbally and in writing) and interpersonal skills to present and collaborate at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Practical education in and experience with X-ray, Computed Tomography, Optical Scanning and operation of associated equipment.
• Experience in machining.
• Basic knowledge of Power-Train components.
• Experience programming with modern programming language
• Experience writing macros.
• Experience with VG Studio Max and/or Polyworks software.
• Experience with Office Applications (MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint).
• Experience in team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate optical and x-ray scanning equipment.
• Follow all NDE Ford procedures for running lab equipment.
• Ensure equipment used functions properly and is current with all calibration requirements.
• Follow all NDE radiation safety requirements and attend radiation safety training.
• Perform job staging and removal.
• Perform part disposition, storage and movement tasks as needed for safety, convenience, and housekeeping requirements.
• Operate hi-lo, overhead cranes and complete appropriate safety training.
• Perform CT reconstruction per NDE procedures.
• Build fixtures and maintain equipment as needed.
• Perform image analysis per NDE procedures as needed.
• Perform layout analysis per NDE procedures as needed.
• Communicate issues that arise for resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., design, manufacturing, quality) to support problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance NDE processes, introduce new techniques, and improve efficiency.

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