Inverter Manufacturing Engineer

Ford; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Back-up child care

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Ford is seeking an eDrive Inverter Industrialization/Manufacturing Engineer to develop and document inverter assembly processes and support mass production. You will prototype tools, define engineering specs, and help select equipment for Tier 1 assembly while maintaining close collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes knowledge of inverter manufacturing, laser welding, and soldering, with opportunities to innovate in a global, hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Two years of electrical module assembly experience.
• Understanding of DFM requirements for electrical assemblies.
• Experience developing engineering specifications for assembly processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document inverter manufacturing and assembly processes (laser welding, PCBA soldering).
• Develop and maintain engineering specifications for the inverter assembly.
• Support tier 1 inverter assembler with adapting processes toward mass production.
• Contribute to equipment selection decisions for inverter assembly production.
• Prototype manufacturing tools and fixtures for inverter assembly.
• Develop tools and fixtures for production use.
• Conduct DOEs to validate inverter manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Maintain and procure parts to develop prototype tools/fixtures.

Skills

Electrical module assembly

DFM understanding

Engineering specifications

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Inverter manufacturing processes

Laser welding

Selective soldering

Job description

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Do you have what it takes to make smart vehicles for a smart world? Join the Ford Product Development team. Utilizing Design Thinking and User Experience methods, you will work to deliver breakthrough products and services that delight our customers. We are seeking forward-thinking, laser-focused professionals with a passion for bringing innovative, exciting and sustainable ideas to life. We have opportunities around the world for you to contribute to such advancements as autonomy, electrification, smart mobility technologies and more!

What you will be able to do:

eDrive Inverter Industrialization/Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for developing and documenting the key inverter assembly processes as well as supporting the tier 1 inverter assembler with implementing the inverter assembly processes for production. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and documenting inverter manufacturing and assembly processes (i.e. laser welding, PCBA soldering, etc.)
• Develop and maintain engineering specifications for the inverter assembly
• Support tier 1 inverter assembler with adapting inverter assembly processes toward mass production
• Contribute toward decision making of tier 1 inverter assembler production equipment selection
• Prototyping manufacturing tools and fixtures to aid in the inverter assembly process
• Support tier 1 inverter assembler with developing/creating manufacturing tools and fixtures for production
• Conduct DOEs to prove out inverter manufacturing and assembly processes
• Maintain and procure parts to develop prototype manufacturing tools/fixtures

The minimum requirements we seek:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering or science field
• Two (2) years of electrical module assembly experience
• Understanding of electrical module DFM requirements
• In-depth knowledge of developing engineering specifications for assembly processes
• Good written and communication skills.

Our preferred requirements:

• Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Knowledge of inverter manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of laser welding and selective soldering processes
• Project management and risk management skills

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 5 and ranges from $65,100-$109,300., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.