Process Automation Technology Leader

Ford Motor Company • Redford Charter Township, MI

16h • $115,500 - $218,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

Ford Motor Company is seeking a People Leader for the Process Development Operations Team within its Advanced Industrial Technology and Platforms (ATP) organization. The role leads a team developing innovative, scalable Process Automation manufacturing technologies for Ford’s global manufacturing facilities, with a focus on powertrain propulsion systems and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing—including eMotor assembly and battery pack assembly. The work supports Product Design and Global Manufacturing Engineering strategies and the delivery of Ford’s vehicle and services portfolio.

The leader will develop manufacturing technologies, processes, tooling, equipment, and engineering standards; guide technology development from ideation and prototyping through testing and implementation; and establish technical capabilities and knowledge-sharing practices across the organization. The role also includes team development, collaboration with internal and external partners, technology roadmapping, and administration of the development project portfolio, including budgets and funding.

This is a full-time position based at Ford’s Manufacturing Technology Development Center in Redford, Michigan. The posting describes the role as requiring 90% onsite residency and also states that it is hybrid, with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Foundational education and experience in EV Product Design and associated Manufacturing Systems.
• Knowledge of existing, new, or emerging Process Automation manufacturing technologies in EV manufacturing.
• At least 10 years of experience developing and delivering process automation application solutions.
• Exceptional project management, multitasking, and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative team setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey engineering and technical information clearly.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office applications and tools suite.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated capability in Process Automation within EV manufacturing and a proven record of delivering manufacturing process automation solutions into production.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment focused on production-related Process Automation.
• Knowledge of specialized EV production processes and their specific automation manufacturing technology.
• At least five years of leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to lead highly skilled technical teams.
• Ability to lead internal and external cross-functional teams in a creative, dynamic, and innovative environment.
• Familiarity with new program planning, implementation, launch deliverables, and plant support requirements.
• Experience interacting with senior leadership teams across Manufacturing, Product Design, and plant sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Process Automation manufacturing technologies and EV manufacturing commodities, including eMotor assembly and battery pack assembly.
• Lead engineers in developing novel Process Automation manufacturing technology solutions to improve cost, quality, and efficiency in new or existing automation systems deployed globally.
• Design new EV manufacturing processes for eMotor and battery pack assembly, and incorporate them into Bill of Process standards for replication and scaling by Manufacturing Skill Teams.
• Build and develop a motivated team, support succession planning, and promote Ford OS behaviors of Excellence, Focus, and Collaboration.
• Collaborate with Product Design and Global Manufacturing Engineering Skill Teams to identify, define, and prioritize manufacturing technology initiatives aligned with global manufacturing objectives.
• Establish and update Process Development Operations manufacturing technology roadmaps and drive development and flawless implementation of new technologies and solutions.
• Benchmark emerging technologies, monitor industry trends, and establish supplier partnerships to develop new manufacturing technology solutions.
• Coordinate internal and external cross-functional teams through ideation, concept generation, design, build, and testing of prototype tooling and equipment.
• Manage manufacturing technology development project portfolio administration, including budget forecasts, funding submissions, and project financial accounting.
• Assess technology maturity, ensure system performance, and use project management skills to achieve implementation timing.
• Develop manufacturing technology and establish technical core competencies within ATP, focusing on Process Automation systems and subsystems.
• Participate in mentoring, coaching, and learning activities across manufacturing engineering teams and promote an enterprise-wide manufacturing technology innovation culture.
• Share core technology documentation through information-sharing sites to support knowledge transfer and replication across global manufacturing sites.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, and subsidized backup childcare.
• 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 time between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.

What This Job Offers

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