STA Technical Specialist - Electronics

Ford Motor; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Southwestern Ontario is seeking an experienced Technical Specialist in electronics manufacturing. This role involves developing manufacturing standards, driving quality best practices with suppliers, and providing technical support on global projects. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and have at least 10 years of relevant experience. A commitment to diversity and accommodating applicants with disabilities is emphasized, along with a requirement for legal work eligibility in Canada.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in electronics manufacturing processes, specifically process controls.
• Ability to travel throughout North America with occasional trips to South America, Europe, and Asia.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and govern electronics and EDS manufacturing standards.
• Drive quality and implement best practices in supplier processes.
• Provide support to supplier’s Global Management team.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing processes

Project management

Advanced problem-solving skills

Verbal and written English proficiency

Education

Bachelors in Electrical / Electronic Engineering

Masters in Engineering

Job description

Ford Motor Company of Canada is growing our manufacturing expertise in electronics and electrical distribution systems (EDS). Our supplier business partners, are a very important part of this growth. The Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) organization supports our Global suppliers with Manufacturing Technical expertise as they invest and grow their business to support ours. Ford Motor Company is looking for an experienced electronics manufacturing Technical Specialist to support our Global Core Electrical STA team. This global team is composed of Technical Experts, Managers, and Manufacturing Engineers who assist the suppliers as they grow with Ford Motor Company of Canada.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or equivalent. (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of 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:

• Minimum 10 years of experience of electronics manufacturing processes, specifically process controls.
• Must have the ability to travel throughout the North America with occasional trips to South America, Europe, and Asia. Travel typically 25-50% but occasionally up to 75%.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

Masters in Engineering or equivalent.

Experience:

• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written English proficiency, enabling clear, persuasive communication effectively fostering collaboration across global teams.
• Experience in project management and/or program launch.
• Advanced problem-solving skills.
• IPC610, SS Blackbelt, IATF16949 certifications are not mandatory but are an advantage.

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.

Responsibilities

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

• Maintain full responsibility for the development, maintenance and governance of electronics and EDS manufacturing standards.
• Drive quality and implementation of best practices in our suppliers’ processes.
• Provide support to Site STA engaging supplier’s Global Management team to address systemic quality, capacity, and manufacturing issues. Solve significant problems including prevent recurrence.
• Provide training, mentoring and consulting services to enhance the technical knowledge of the entire team.
• Keep abreast of technical developments and advancements in electronic manufacturing methods.
• Lead upfront process engineering efforts, provide analytical tools and processes and function as a key technical member of the STA team.
• Collaborate with peers in Product Development, STA and throughout the company.
• Review and approval of manufacturing feasibility assessments.