Powertrain Packaging & Reflow Soldering Engineer

Ford-Motor-Company; Dearborn (MI); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount

Job summary

Ford Motor Company seeks a Powertrain Production Engineer to lead the specification, build, and launch of production equipment for package attach and reflow soldering of power electronics.

Role requires 5+ years in high-volume manufacturing, experience with soldering methods, ISO clean room exposure, and strong data-driven decision making. Hybrid work setup, travel 10–30% are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in Manufacturing/Assembly with automated high-volume production.
• Experience with package attach / reflow soldering or similar joining methods.
• Prior experience in ISO clean room environment manufacturing power electronics.
• Familiarization with ESD controls for handling power electronics.
• Data-driven mentality and decision-making.
• Experience applying computers and electronics.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of powertrain production equipment for package attach / reflow soldering of power electronics components.
• Develop and deliver standardized processes and equipment aligned with global powertrain strategies.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for package attach / reflow soldering of power electronics.
• Support all inspection processes (cross sectioning, pull tests, etc.).
• Collaborate with Product Engineering to meet Manufacturing Design Specifications for ES and equipment.
• Support Pilot Manufacturing during early stages of new programs.
• Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty; implement corrective actions.
• Travel to supplier facilities and Ford Manufacturing plants (10-30%).

Skills

Powertrain equipment

Soldering / reflow

ISO clean room

Data-driven decisions

Project management

Auto/machinery experience

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Job description

Ford Motor Company seeks a Powertrain Production Engineer to lead the specification, build, and launch of production equipment for package attach and reflow soldering of power electronics.

Role requires 5+ years in high-volume manufacturing, experience with soldering methods, ISO clean room exposure, and strong data-driven decision making. Hybrid work setup, travel 10–30% are expected.