Job Description
This is a manufacturing engineering position with a focus on developing production test processes and project-managing the launch of new and retooled test equipment on powertrain manufacturing programs. It should be assumed that the position is based in the Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) office. Depending on project assignments, travel to appropriate equipment OEMs and Ford Powertrain Plants is to be expected.
Responsibilities
What you'll do…
- Support the specification, procurement, build, installation and launch of Powertrain Production Test Systems for transmission and electrified powertrain component projects
- Deliver standardized test processes and equipment in line with global powertrain strategies
- Support all test processes (e.g. Leak Test, In-Process Test, Main Control Oil Calibration, Transmission /eTransaxle Final Test, eMotor testing, etc.)
- Collaborate with Product Engineering to achieve a working Product design that meets Manufacturing Design Specifications with feasible expectations in the Test Engineering Specification (ES)
- Work with Prototype Engineering to determine feasible test solutions and methodology during the early stages of new programs
- Work with a multi-functional engineering team from Assembly, Machining, Quality and Plant Operations to ensure proper integration of test processes into powertrain manufacturing systems
- Develop production test sequences and monitor product function through a test software interface
- Troubleshoot production issues impacting FTT and warranty, determine corrective actions to the part, assembly, and machining processes and/or test equipment
- Implement test stand modifications as required for new models and corrective actions
- Implement test sequence (software) updates for new models and corrective actions
- Conduct equipment acceptance activities for test machines at both the OEM and Mfg. Plant to validate capability, robustness, and safety
- Review component/assembly quality indicators and evaluate potential test improvements to address issues, reduce warranty claims and improve customer satisfaction on new programs
- Use Lessons Learned to develop program studies and improve standard Bill of Processes
Qualifications
Position Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- BSc, Mechanical Engineering
- Strong analytical ability
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Data driven mentality and decision-making process
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
- Base knowledge of various test processes (Leak Test, In-Process Test, EOL Test, etc.)
- Programming experience in test software such as WMA, LabVIEW and VMC software
Preferred Requirements:
- Knowledge of transmission and/or electrified powertrain component function
- Mechanical and Controls Engineering aptitude
- Project management experience
- Electronic controls systems experience with Siemens PLCs and VFDs
- Vibration/NVH analysis a plus
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 childcare 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.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD
This position is salary grade range 5-8.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Domestic relocation assistance is available for this position.
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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
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