Corporate Translator Specialist

Ford México; Naucalpan de Juárez; On-site; MXN 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford México is seeking a skilled translator and localization specialist to translate and adapt in-vehicle and mobile app content for multiple markets, ensuring accuracy and regulatory relevance. You will use CAT tools and AI-assisted translation with strict human review, and help build glossaries and translation memories to support global projects.

The ideal candidate has a degree in translation or related field, advanced English, and experience with XML/Jira.

Qualifications

• Experience in translation/localization or project coordination.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1-C2) with strong writing.
• Proficiency with CAT tools and XML; Jira familiarity.
• Ability to work with cross-border teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate and adapt in-vehicle and mobile app content for each market.
• Use CAT tools and AI-assisted translation with review.
• Create, review, and maintain glossary and TM descriptions.
• Review source copy and collect inputs from translation engineers.
• Coordinate with designers, feature owners, developers, and LSPs; occasional meetings in China time zones.
• Track delivery dates and improve processes for global collaboration.

Skills

CAT tools

Translation

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Translation

Tools

XML

Jira

Job description

Why Join Ford of Mexico?

Celebrating over 100 years of legacy in Mexico, we are more than just a business we are a vibrant, collaborative community of over 14,000 innovators shaping the global future of transportation. At Ford, we build what matters, grow where it counts, and drive progress with heart. Whether you are collaborating at our state-of-the-art Global Technology and Business Center (GTBC) or manufacturing iconic, award-winning vehicles in our world-class plants, you will find a culture evolving together, built on trust, passion, and shared purpose. Here, your work moves people forward, and your growth is personal. Join us, and let’s build what’s next together.

What you'll do

• Translate and adapt in-vehicle and mobile app content, ensuring accuracy, consistent terminology, and cultural and regulatory relevance for each market.
• Use Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools and AI-assisted translation, with rigorous human review, to deliver high-quality translations efficiently.
• Create, review, and maintain glossary entries and translation memory descriptions, and keep project data accurate and up to date in the internal translation system.
• Review source copy to identify issues before translation, and collect and populate translation documents with input from translation engineers.
• Coordinate with designers, feature owners, developers, and language service providers to align on terminology and context, and serve as liaison with Ford China and joint venture partners, including occasional meetings outside standard hours to accommodate China time zones.
• Track delivery dates for translation projects, proactively elevate risks, and document and improve processes and workflows to better support global and China collaboration.

You’ll have

• A degree in Translation, Linguistics, Localization, International Relations, International Business, or a similar field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Relevant experience in translation, localization, or related project coordination. Candidates who have built comparable skills through other paths are encouraged to apply.
• Advanced English proficiency (C1-C2), with excellent written and verbal communication skills, and outstanding writing quality in your target language. And another language (not Spanish).
• Proficiency with CAT tools and translation software, a good understanding of XML, and familiarity with content management systems and Jira.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, attention to detail, and a problem-solving, customer-focused mindset for different markets and countries.
• A collaborative approach: ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to stay resilient in fast-changing, cross-border environments.

Even better, you may have

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency (B2) in an additional language besides Spanish and English; Mandarin Chinese preferred.
• Experience with data analysis and process automation, Human-Machine Interface (HMI) specifications, vehicle display systems and driver assistance features, Agile project management, and curiosity about new automotive technologies.

Ford of Mexico is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to our success. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or disability status.

Our focus is to build the best team. If you think you can bring value to Ford, love to collaborate, prioritize and aim to deliver excellence in everything you do,

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

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