Global Machining Process Engineer — Launch & Tooling

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Flexible holidays

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Global Manufacturing Engineer to plan and implement the launch of new vehicle programs. You will work on a new machining line in Sharonville, OH, with significant travel starting mid-2027 and lasting into 2028, coordinating with Product Development and suppliers.

You'll lead tool design, scheduling, installation, and validation while driving PFMEA, quality, and cost improvements across the powertrain subsystems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical preferred).
• 3+ years experience in a Manufacturing Engineering environment, preferably Automotive Manufacturing.
• Ability to support launch programs while traveling.
• Strong Project Management and results orientation.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• 3D CAD review abilities (Teamcenter, VisMockup, CATIA, or equivalent).
• Understanding of PFMEA and failure mode avoidance principles.
• Strong verbal & written communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Manufacturing Operating System requirements for a Powertrain Subsystem.
• Collaborate with Product Development to generate facility & tooling costs and improve quality.
• Use virtual tools to evaluate feasibility of new model designs for high-volume manufacturing.
• Write/modify/maintain process sheets and update Cycle Line Layouts.
• Lead identification, resolution, and closure of machining feasibility issues.
• Create and follow a master schedule for design, build, and implementation of tools.
• Lead machining installation, start-up, and commissioning at the site; support tooling buyoffs at vendors.
• Lead launch product and tooling issue resolution.
• Develop Lessons Learned from New Model launches and implement corrective actions.
• Support SQDCPMEI initiatives.
• Interface with cross-functional teams (Product Development, Supplier Technical, Logistics).
• Travel weekly to Sharonville, OH for 12-18 months; some weekend work.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

VisMockup

CATIA

CSV/Excel analysis

Job description

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Global Manufacturing Engineer to plan and implement the launch of new vehicle programs. You will work on a new machining line in Sharonville, OH, with significant travel starting mid-2027 and lasting into 2028, coordinating with Product Development and suppliers.

You'll lead tool design, scheduling, installation, and validation while driving PFMEA, quality, and cost improvements across the powertrain subsystems.