Multi-Plant Autonomous Robotics Launch Lead

Ford-Motor-Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Hybrid work model

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a leadership-level engineer to lead a robotics software and controls team across Ford’s manufacturing sites. You will define standards for autonomy software, sensor fusion, and architecture while aligning with plant operations and external partners.

The role encompasses multi-plant deployments and strategic software initiatives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in AMR autonomy, ADAS-style algorithms, and robust vendor management, with a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, robotics, computer science, software engineering, or related field.
• 5–10 years in robotics, automation, or software engineering, with 3–5+ years in leadership.
• Deep understanding of AMR autonomy, ADAS-style algorithms, robotics controls, and sensor fusion.
• Strong track record in SOW creation, vendor management, and full lifecycle robotics deployments.
• Ability and willingness to travel to USA, Canada, Mexico plants as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a robotics software and controls team across multiple Ford manufacturing sites.
• Define standards for software development and architecture for robotics platforms.
• Oversee autonomy software, sensor fusion pipelines, and cybersecurity considerations.
• Ensure alignment with plant operations, IT, and external vendors.

Skills

Robotics leadership

AMR autonomy

Sensor fusion

SOW creation

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/CS

Tools

Gazebo

Isaac Sim

ROS

Job description

Ford Motor Company seeks a leadership-level engineer to lead a robotics software and controls team across Ford’s manufacturing sites. You will define standards for autonomy software, sensor fusion, and architecture while aligning with plant operations and external partners.

The role encompasses multi-plant deployments and strategic software initiatives. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in AMR autonomy, ADAS-style algorithms, and robust vendor management, with a track record of