Senior Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer - Automation & CI

Ford Motor Company; Marshall (MI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ford Motor Company in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize highly automated equipment and processes. You’ll lead an agile team, driving data‑driven improvements and cross‑functional collaboration to advance FPS standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, with Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 familiarity. Expect shift work, travel, and ongoing engineering challenges in a dynamic automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience; automotive or battery cell preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of industrial processes, PM planning, and safety.
• Experience with 2D/3D vision systems for robot guidance and metrology.
• Willingness to work varied shifts and travel, including international.

Responsibilities

• Optimize and innovate using systemic solutions, automation, and process control.
• Manage interaction between systems and upper-level computers; configure parameters.
• Review PM plans and use machine data to drive improvements and constraints.
• Track and improve department KPIs with electronic tools and algorithms.
• Lead Six Sigma projects focusing on efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure equipment performance.
• Establish preventive maintenance plans and mentor technicians.
• Ensure FPS and Safety Operating System practices to prevent injuries.
• Support feasibility on product design changes and model code updates.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

FMEAs

AI/ML knowledge

Industry 4.0

Vision systems

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Eng

Masters in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Planner

Job description

Ford Motor Company in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize highly automated equipment and processes. You’ll lead an agile team, driving data‑driven improvements and cross‑functional collaboration to advance FPS standards.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing, with Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 familiarity. Expect shift work, travel, and ongoing engineering challenges in a dynamic automotive environment.