Quality Engineering Specialist, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

Ford•Marshall, MI

About The Position

build and lead an agile team to deliver the advanced technology that drives the future Develop, implement, and execute comprehensive quality assurance plans and test strategies for assembled battery packs, covering all stages of the manufacturing process. Design and perform various types of testing, including functional, performance, durability, safety, thermal management, electrical characteristic, and environmental testing, to validate battery pack integrity and performance. Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulations such as IATF 16949, ISO 26262 (functional safety), UN 38.3, UL, SAE standards, and other regional automotive and battery safety requirements. Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to define in-process quality gates, inspection points, and end-of-line (EOL) testing requirements for battery pack assembly. Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for manufacturing test equipment, including Battery Management System (BMS) software validation, cell/module characterization, and pack-level testing. Analyze test data, manufacturing process data, and field performance data to identify trends, potential failure modes, and root causes of defects in battery packs. Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor manufacturing processes and ensure product consistency. Work closely with design, product development, and supplier quality teams to provide feedback on battery pack design for manufacturability, testability, and reliability. Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plan development, and other quality planning activities for new battery pack programs and process changes. Manage non-conformance reports, initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions. Contribute to the continuous improvement of SQA processes, methodologies, and tools within the battery plant. Stay abreast of the latest advancements in battery technology, manufacturing techniques, and quality assurance practices. Established and active employee resource groups

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, Materials science, chemical engineering, or a related technical field.
Proven experience (typically 3+ years) in a Quality Assurance or SQA role within a manufacturing environment, preferably automotive, battery, or power electronics.
Experience with specific battery cell chemistries and formats relevant to the company's products.
Certifications in quality assurance (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer - CQE, Six Sigma Black Belt).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of simulation tools for battery performance or thermal management.
Experience with supplier quality management for battery components.
Familiarity with Industry 4.0 concepts and smart manufacturing in a battery plant.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and execute comprehensive quality assurance plans and test strategies for assembled battery packs, covering all stages of the manufacturing process.
Design and perform various types of testing, including functional, performance, durability, safety, thermal management, electrical characteristic, and environmental testing, to validate battery pack integrity and performance.
Ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and regulations such as IATF 16949, ISO 26262 (functional safety), UN 38.3, UL, SAE standards, and other regional automotive and battery safety requirements.
Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to define in-process quality gates, inspection points, and end-of-line (EOL) testing requirements for battery pack assembly.
Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for manufacturing test equipment, including Battery Management System (BMS) software validation, cell/module characterization, and pack-level testing.
Analyze test data, manufacturing process data, and field performance data to identify trends, potential failure modes, and root causes of defects in battery packs.
Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor manufacturing processes and ensure product consistency.
Work closely with design, product development, and supplier quality teams to provide feedback on battery pack design for manufacturability, testability, and reliability.
Participate in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Control Plan development, and other quality planning activities for new battery pack programs and process changes.
Manage non-conformance reports, initiate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and verify the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of SQA processes, methodologies, and tools within the battery plant.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in battery technology, manufacturing techniques, and quality assurance practices.