Manufacturing Process Engineer - Powertrain Assembly Systems

Ford Global Career Site; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI, is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead the design, procurement, and launch of program-specific machinery and assembly processes for powertrain assembly systems.

You will collaborate across Product Development and Plant Operations to deploy advanced manufacturing systems, ensure quality and safety, and drive continuous improvement through DFMEA, virtual simulations, and cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Engineering with 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and data-driven problem solving.
• Proven cross-functional collaboration in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Process & Equipment Launch: drive design, procurement, delivery, and launch of program machinery and assembly processes.
• Safety & Workstation Design: lead ergonomic design and standardized assembly solutions.
• Technical Specs & Virtual Simulation: develop station specs, BOMs, and CAD models; verify with virtual manufacturing.
• Quality & Risk Mitigation: apply PFMEA, DCP, and process illustrations to ensure capability and improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with CPMT and PD to resolve design feasibility and budgets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Aptitude & Adaptability

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

Job description

Manufacturing Process Engineer - Powertrain Assembly Systems

Dearborn, MI, United States (On-site)

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...

Join Ford’s PTME team to develop production Assembly processes and project-manage the launch of new and retooled equipment for our next-generation Electrification, and Hybrid Transmission programs. In this role, you will lead the physical and virtual implementation of advanced manufacturing systems, ensuring robust quality and operational efficiency.

At Ford, we invest in your growth. You will receive hands‑on training in cutting‑edge EV propulsion and simulation tools, collaborate closely across Product Development and Plant Operations to expand your career horizons, and access structured mentorship to prepare you for future engineering leadership roles.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

• Process & Equipment Launch: Serve as the primary Process Engineer driving the design, procurement, delivery, and launch of program‑specific machinery, equipment, and assembly processes.
• Safety & Workstation Design: Lead the "Design for Ergonomics" procedure and implement standardized assembly solutions to eliminate operator risks and deliver highly productive manual workstations.
• Technical Specs & Virtual Simulation: Develop detailed station specifications, BOMs, and 3D CAD models; collaborate with Virtual Manufacturing to verify designs prior to physical builds.
• Quality & Risk Mitigation: Utilize disciplined quality tools (PFMEA, DCP, Process Illustrations) and ME Lessons Learned to ensure process capability, conformity, and continuous improvement.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Component Program Module Team (CPMT) and Product Development (PD) to resolve design feasibility issues, manage project budgets, and drive investment efficiency with OEMs.

Qualifications

You'll have...

Education: Bachelors of Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical OR Industrial preferred) with practical manufacturing and problem‑solving experience (5+ years' experience)

• Analytical Skills: Strong troubleshooting capabilities combined with a data‑driven mentality to resolve complex technical issues.
• Aptitude & Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to quickly learn core product functions and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Collaboration: Proven capability to work effectively both independently and within diverse, cross‑functional teams.

Even better, you may have...

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering (automotive or high‑volume production preferred).
• Gauging and shimming process knowledge
• Technical knowledge of transmission and/or electrified powertrain component function.
• Strong mechanical and controls engineering aptitude.
• Proven project management experience, particularly in managing equipment OEMs.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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 and ranges from $74,300-$124,500.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.

This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200.

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 with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.

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About Us

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation.

About the Team

We build world-class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It’s our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles.

Job Info

• Job Identification 70835
• Job Category Manufacturing
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 20901 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124, US (On-site)