Machining Lead, Powertrain Launch & Optimization

Ford HQ; Dearborn, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

PTO & Holidays

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to guide machining system development, installation and continuous improvement for powertrain programs. You will couple engineering leadership with process expertise, supplier coordination, and cross‑functional execution to deliver safe, high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing engineering and leadership, with strong GD&T, blue print reading, and lean manufacturing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline required.
• Master of Science, MBA, or other advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, launch, machining process engineering, or manufacturing plant operations.
• Project, program, launch, and team leadership experience required.
• Extensive manufacturing process knowledge including GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Lean material flow understanding and application to machining systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead onsite installation, launch, and implementation of machining systems.
• Develop and maintain machining strategies, standards, and related specifications.
• Provide machining process expertise including GD&T, blueprint reading, and tolerance stack‑up.
• Interface with cross‑functional teams including Product Engineering, suppliers, and IT.
• Lead APQP, PPAP, FMEA, 8D, and Lean manufacturing improvement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Machining expertise

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related

Master’s degree, MBA or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI seeks a Lead Manufacturing Engineer to guide machining system development, installation and continuous improvement for powertrain programs. You will couple engineering leadership with process expertise, supplier coordination, and cross‑functional execution to deliver safe, high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions.

The role requires 10+ years in manufacturing engineering and leadership, with strong GD&T, blue print reading, and lean manufacturing experience.