Manufacturing Engineer- Electronics Inspection

Ford Motor Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,300 - 166,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle discount program for employees

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer responsible for inspection processes (AOI, AXI, cross sectioning, laser profiler, vision systems) for Power Electronics Manufacturing. You will lead procurement, setup and launch of production equipment and develop standardized processes aligned with global powertrain strategies.

The role requires 2+ years in automated high-volume manufacturing, experience with AOI/AXI, and ISO clean room exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years experience in Manufacturing/Assembly with automated production.
• Experience with AOI and AXI (X-Ray/CT).
• Prior experience in ISO clean room environment manufacturing power electronics.
• Familiarization with ESD controls for handling power electronics.
• Travel to supplier facilities and Ford Manufacturing plants will be required (10-30%).

Responsibilities

• Lead the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of Powertrain Production equipment related to Inspection of powertrain power electronics components.
• Develop and deliver standardized processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies.
• Develop and implement manufacturing process associated with Inspection of power electronics (AOI, AXI, cross sectioning, laser profiler, vision systems, etc.).
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to meet Manufacturing Design Specifications for power electronics with feasible expectations in the Engineering Specification (ES).
• Support the Prototype Engineering/Pilot Manufacturing process to determine feasible inspection solutions and methodology during the early stages of new programs.
• Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty, determine corrective actions to the part, processes and/or equipment.
• Travel to supplier facilities and Ford Manufacturing plants will be required (10-30%).

Skills

AOI/AXI

Power electronics

ISO clean room

Data-driven

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

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.

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position

Manufacturing Engineer responsible for Inspection processes (AOI, AXI, cross sectioning, laser profiler, vision systems, etc.) for Power Electronics Manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of Powertrain Production equipment related to Inspection of powertrain power electronics components.
• Develop and deliver standardized processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies.
• Develop and implement manufacturing process associated with Inspection of power electronics (AOI, AXI, cross sectioning, laser profiler, vision systems, etc.).
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve product requirements that meet Manufacturing Design Specifications for power electronics with feasible expectations in the Engineering Specification (ES).
• Support the Prototype Engineering/Pilot Manufacturing process to determine feasible inspection solutions and methodology during the early stages of new programs.
• Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty, determine corrective actions to the part, processes and/or equipment.
• Travel to supplier facilities and Ford Manufacturing plants will be required (10-30%)

You’ll have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years experience in Manufacturing/Assembly utilizing heavily or fully automated high-volume production.
• Experience with AOI and AXI (X-Ray/CT)
• Prior experience working in ISO clean room environment manufacturing power electronics
• Familiarization of ESD controls and measures for handling power electronics
• Data driven mentality and decision-making process.
• Application experience in computers and electronics.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to learn product function.
• Handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic working environment and diverse team.
• Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude.
• Project management experience.

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 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$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.