Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) Engineer

Ford Motor; Oakville; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automobile manufacturer is seeking a Plant Vehicle Team Engineer for their Oakville, ON facility. The role focuses on powertrain and underbody systems, emphasizing quality improvement and functional objectives. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 2+ years of relevant experience, with skills in problem-solving and cross-functional leadership. This position offers a salary range of $74,000 - $124,000 with potential bonuses. Join a team committed to innovation and quality in vehicle manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Product Development, Quality, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Immediate availability to travel to the United States, if required.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive cascaded functional quality objectives.
• Lead and support cross-functional teams for root cause analysis.
• Prepare documentation for issue resolution.
• Support Change Control activities in plant trials.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SIMPSN System

Issue Resolution and Insights System (IRIS)

Job description

Plant Vehicle Team (PVT) Engineer - Powertrain- Underbody Systems

Job Description

We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

Ford of Canada's operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centres, and three Connectivity and Innovation centres. Ford employs approximately 7,000 people in Canada, while an additional 18,000 people are employees in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information, please visit www.ford.ca.

At Ford’s Oakville Assembly Complex, we are expanding and retooling our vehicle operations like never before. This is more than just delivering a flawless new vehicle launch; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of vehicle manufacturing in Canada. Here is where cutting-edge manufacturing processes will bring to life vehicles that embody unparalleled performance and unwavering dependability.

At Ford of Canada, we don’t just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe. Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. As we look to the future and the changing needs of society, we are committed to becoming the world’s most trusted mobility company – delivering smart vehicles for a smart world. Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on. Join us in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

Responsibilities

What you\'ll do...

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Own and drive cascaded functional quality objectives (R/1000 and CPU) by identifying, escalating, and resolving chronic and new warranty concerns.
• Lead and oversee Issue Resolution and Insights System (IRIS) warranty binning and analysis.
• Lead and support cross-functional teams to identify root causes, implement effective corrective actions, and drive sustainable process improvements for function concerns.
• Prepare and present structured problem-solving documentation to support issue resolution in collaboration with cross-functional teams (e.g., CCC 6-Panel, 8D, A3, 5-Why, Fishbone).
• Document problem solving progress using Single-Issue Management & Problem-Solving Nexus (SIMPSN) system.
• Support and present issue findings in plant quality meetings, Functional Quality Reviews (FQR), Director Quality Reviews (DQR), and Vehicle Quality Reviews (VQR) as necessary.
• Serve as the Product Development representative for urgent plant containment activities such as Stop Ships/Stop Builds or quality holds and develop inspection and repair instructions as required.
• Partner with manufacturing and quality teams to understand daily End of Line (EOL) and First Time Through (FTT) functional inhibitors and to drive effective containment and corrective actions.
• Assist in the diagnosis and resolution of vehicle issues identified during in-plant testing or inspection.
• Support Change Control activities by coordinating and executing in-plant trials for design/supplier changes and assessing impacts to quality and production performance.
• Support launch teams during major vehicle and component launches leading up to OK to Buy (OKTB), and drive resolution of any post-OKTB issues.
• Lead assigned minor product launches in alignment with functional and plant leadership.

Qualifications

You\'ll have...

Education

• Bachelor\'s Degree of Science in Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline. (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of diploma/degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in Product Development; Quality; Manufacturing Engineering.
• Immediate availability to travel to the United States, if required.

Preferred Requirements

• Master\u2019s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline .
• Six-Sigma Training (Black Belt or Green Belt Certification), demonstrating advanced problem-solving skills and process improvement capabilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment to support quick decision-making.
• Excellent leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Self-starter with ability to work autonomously.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $74 000 - $ 124 000 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, does not sponsor work permit applications.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 57569
• Job Category PD Operations and Quality
• Posting Date 01/28/2026, 07:03 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor\u2019s Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1 Canadian Road, Oakville, ON, L6J 5C9, CA (On-site)
• Preferred Degree Bachelor of Applied Science