Assembly System Process Engineer

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

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.

• Process & Equipment Launch:
  Serve as the primary Process Engineer driving the design, procurement, delivery, and launch of program‑specific machinery, equipment, and assembly processes.
• Safety & Workstation Design:
  Lead the “Design for Ergonomics” procedure and implement standardized assembly solutions to eliminate operator risks and deliver highly productive manual workstations.
• Technical Specs & Virtual Simulation:
  Develop detailed station specifications, BOMs, and 3D CAD models; collaborate with Virtual Manufacturing to verify designs prior to physical builds.
• Quality & Risk Mitigation:
  Utilize disciplined quality tools (PFMEA, DCP, Process Illustrations) and ME Lessons Learned to ensure process capability, conformity, and continuous improvement.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with the Component Program Module Team (CPMT) and Product Development (PD) to resolve design feasibility issues, manage project budgets, and drive investment efficiency with OEMs.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering with practical manufacturing and problem‑solving experience (at least three years’ experience at a very minimum).
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong troubleshooting capabilities combined with a data‑driven mentality to resolve complex technical issues.
• Aptitude & Adaptability:
  Demonstrated ability to quickly learn core product functions and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaboration:
  
  Proven capability to work effectively both independently and within diverse, cross‑functional teams.
• Assembly manufacturing experience is a must.

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering (automotive or high‑volume production preferred).
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and design feasibility experience would be nice to have.
• Technical knowledge of transmission and/or electrified powertrain component function.
• Strong mechanical and controls engineering aptitude.
• Proven project management experience, particularly in managing equipment OEMs.

This role will be based out of Ford’s VEPC location (Sterling Heights).

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized back‑up child care 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.

Salary ranges:

• Grade 6: $74,300 – $124,500.
• Grade 7: $86,600 – $144,900.
• Grade 8: $99,100 – $166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate’s skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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