Powertrain Controls Implementation Engineer (On-site)

Ford Global Career Site

Dearborn (MI)

On-site

USD 87,000 - 145,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Parental leave

Back-up child care

Vehicle discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, MI, is seeking an experienced Automation and Controls Engineer to lead PLC/CNC controls for PTO programs. You will design, implement and validate control architectures, manage supplier reviews, and drive issue resolution across global sites.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership and hands-on troubleshooting of complex automation systems. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with Siemens/Schneider/Bosch PLCs, SCL programming, and a strong background in

Qualifications

Experience in controls engineering with strong ability to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge.
Applied experience in Structured Control Language (SCL).
Including FC/FB Editing and creation.
Extensive software programming experience - Siemens based preferred.
Direct program experience with assembly and machining controls architectures (hardware/software).
Validated programming capabilities with Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLCs and with CNC/Motion controls systems.
Hands-on knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and fix PLC, CNC, robot, vision and other automation issues.
Demonstrated skill in cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment.
Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies.
Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc ) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, coordinated safety etc.).
Able to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints and design electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic prints.
Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.
Extensive knowledge of PTME IT standard footprint applications such as FIS, QLSM, QWX, GPTS, QDAS, OBL, PDS etc.
Even better, you may have...
Familiarity with program delivery elements from the cost study phase to launch
Process engineering knowledge including GPDS deliverables and plant operational impact of controls designs
Experience interacting with senior management, process engineering, safety, IT, and plant production teams
Self-starter, self-directed with extremely good influential, organizational and interpersonal skills
Robust manufacturing background with heavy emphasis on production related controls experience
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead in the technical aspects of the role
One or more years of experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)
Experience using problem-solving skills within FMEA, DOE, DMAIC, 5D, 8D processes

Responsibilities

Lead the assembly and machining controls engineering deliverables for PTO programs, from simultaneous engineering through program launch for all Global PTO sites.
Implement and apply standard software and hardware controls architectures across all programs/plants, following the PTO controls specification.
Ensure the identification and capture of lessons learned along with their application to new programs, as well as the impact to existing strategies and standards.
Lead simultaneous engineering meetings with Tier I suppliers to orchestrate controls program reviews with all interested parties.
Participate in management program reviews and represent the controls organization in commodity discussions.
Drive the controls organization to resolve issues, including feasibility, timing, cost and workload.
Handle current scope program responsibilities.
Deliver new model program work for various Powertrain programs supporting and working in Ohio (Lima, Cleveland and/or Sharonville areas).