Manufacturing Process Development Operations Engineer – Product Programs

• Develop, implement and scale new manufacturing technology for Product Programs aligned to Product Design and Global Manufacturing Engineering strategies
• Lead development of manufacturing technologies, processes, tooling, equipment and engineering standards for EV powertrain propulsion manufacturing systems
• Collaborate with Product Design and Global Manufacturing Engineering Skill Teams to identify, define and prioritize manufacturing technology initiatives
• Establish and cascade Manufacturing Technology Development Roadmaps for EV Manufacturing Core Commodity Areas
• Benchmark internal and external best practices, processes, industry trends and emerging technologies
• Develop technical core competency for e-Drive Assembly Systems and Battery Pack Assembly Systems
• Lead Ford and external supplier cross-functional teams through ideation, concept generation, design, build and testing of prototype tooling and equipment
• Apply system engineering, Six Sigma and data-driven methods to validate process robustness before production implementation
• Develop facility floor-space and layout requirements for Ford and non-Ford facilities
• Plan, schedule and lead installation of process automation prototype tooling and equipment
• Interface with MTD, UAW and supplier partners for testing and prove-out
• Coordinate project activities and travel across Ford on-site, supplier on-site and remote off-site locations
• Manage project portfolio administration, including budgets, funding submissions, supplier quotes, purchase orders, invoices and financial accounting
• Prepare technical and strategic packages for review and approval by peer, cross-team, cross-organizational and senior leadership groups
• Grow, secure and protect company intellectual property
• Create technology documentation and facilitate knowledge transfer and technology replication across global manufacturing sites
• Participate in mentoring, coaching and learning-cascade activities
• Advocate for a manufacturing technology innovation culture across the enterprise

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Highly motivated self-starter with strong leadership, motivation and team building skills
• Exceptional project management, multi-tasking and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a dynamic collaborative team setting
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to convey engineering and technical information with ease
• Adept with Digital 3D/Simulation Tools and Methods:
  AutoCAD, 3DX, CATIA, Siemens Team Center
• Proficient with the entire suite of Microsoft Office applications and tools
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• Domestic relocation is not available for this position
• Preferred:
  Master of Science Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, Systems Engineering or related discipline
• Preferred:
  Foundational education and knowledge in EV Manufacturing Systems and processes
• Preferred:
  Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment with focus on production-related process automation
• Preferred:
  Familiarity with new program planning, implementation, launch deliverables and plant support requirements
• Preferred:
  Exposure interacting with Senior Leadership Teams across Manufacturing, Product Design and Manufacturing Sites
• Preferred:
  Expertise in Data Analysis Methods and Statistical Process Control and/or Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing manufacturing technologies for EV powertrain systems, with a strong focus on project management, collaboration, and technical documentation. Proficient in…