B&F Mechanical Engineer

Ford; Chihuahua; Híbrido; MXN 600.000 - 840.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ford Mexico is seeking a Powertrain Manufacturing Engineer who will bridge product design and production, leading installation projects for powertrain programs. You will guide cost studies, procurement, and supplier evaluations while aligning with global standards and investment efficiency goals.

The role requires a strong technical leader able to navigate complex engineering studies from concept to launch, with English proficiency for global reporting and collaboration.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related).
• Professional experience in building and facilities engineering.
• Proficiency in mechanical installations and equipment procurement.
• Knowledge of MS Project and project budgeting.

Responsabilidades

• Program Leadership & Planning: Lead cost studies and manage installation projects per Ford policy.
• Technical Implementation: Manage procurement, design, runoff, and delivery of equipment ensuring safety and productivity standards.
• Financial & Investment Management: Drive investment efficiency and track POs to meet program goals.
• Supplier Management: Lead supplier evaluations and ensure on-time OEM documentation delivery.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion Lessons Learned and standardize engineered solutions.

Conocimientos

MS Project

English proficiency

Cross-functional leadership

Program management

Cost analysis

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Descripción del empleo

As a Powertrain Manufacturing Engineer at Ford, you will play a pivotal role in the Global Product Development System (GPDS), serving as the bridge between product design and physical production. You will be responsible for leading the planning, development, and implementation of mechanical installation including equipment and facilities for a wide range of powertrain programs. Your scope will include cost studies, scope of works development, installation project execution, benchmarking with other Ford's facilities.

The ideal candidate is a technical leader who can navigate complex engineering studies from early concept (uPSC) through to final launch (uFSR). You will ensure that all installation solutions align with Ford's Global Standards, quality standards, and investment efficiency goals. By collaborating with Process Engineering, Plant Operations, and external suppliers, you will drive continuous improvement and ensure our facilities are equipped to deliver world-class quality and performance.

Your role will encompass program leadership, technical process development, and financial stewardship. Key responsibilities include:

• Program Leadership & Planning: Lead cost studies and manage different installation projects according to Ford's purchase policy.

• Technical Implementation: Manage the procurement, design, runoff, and delivery of new or re-tooled equipment. You will ensure all machinery meets safety, ergonomic, and productivity standards. Knowledge in filtration systems, collectors' systems, bridge cranes, and jib cranes will be a plus.

• Financial & Investment Management: Drive investment efficiency by identifying opportunities for equipment reuse. You will assume financial responsibility for program content, tracking purchase orders (POs) and maintaining the program 'checkbook' to ensure HPU and F&T objectives are met.

• Supplier Management: Lead the technical evaluation and selection of suppliers. You will ensure on-time delivery of OEM documentation (manuals, PM plans, spare parts lists) and conduct benchmarking studies to support manufacturing decisions.

• Continuous Improvement: Champion the Lessons Learned process and implement standardized engineered solutions. You will document results from engineering trials and process improvement projects to update global Powertrain Standards.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or related).

• Experience: Professional experience in building and facilities engineering (e.g. maintenance, plant engineering, filtration systems).

• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in mechanical installations and equipment procurement, MS Project.

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage program budgets, timing plans, and technical supplier evaluations.

• Language Skills: Advanced proficiency in English (written and verbal) for global reporting and cross-functional collaboration.

• Leadership: Strong communication skills and the ability to lead cross-functional teams to resolve complex engineering challenges.

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