Manufacturing Engineer – New Program Launch

Ford Motor Company

Manufacturing Engineer optimizing CNC processes at Ford. Ensuring safety and quality standards while driving innovative manufacturing solutions in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 5/8/2026full-timeDearborn • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure all machining processes meet or exceed safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Drive the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) process and lead the development of PFMEAs to proactively mitigate risk.
Champion quality resolution during new model launches, ensuring "Job 1" meets all specifications.
Maintain a rigorous safety culture by monitoring construction and production areas for compliance.
Partner with the Lead Engineer to manage critical launch milestones for new engine programs.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact between OEMs, installation vendors, and plant operations.
Develop and track detailed project plans, ensuring timelines and budgets stay on course.
Design and implement cutting-edge manufacturing processes while optimizing existing lines for cost and efficiency.
Oversee the design, installation, and runoff of new equipment, tooling, and fixtures.
Collaborate with Product Development (PD) on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to ensure new models are optimized for high-volume assembly.
Act as a bridge between the plant team, OEMs, PD, and Tooling Engineers to ensure cross-functional alignment.
Provide hands-on technical support to shop floor personnel and skilled trades to resolve complex equipment issues.
Confidently communicate project status and technical challenges up the chain of command, translating shop-floor realities into executive-level insights.
Utilize Six Sigma tools and data analytics to identify bottlenecks and reduce production costs.
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline workflows and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Document and institutionalize "Lessons Learned" to ensure continuous improvement across future programs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing preferred) or equivalent experience.
Min of 1 year experience in Manufacturing Environment.
Strong understanding of statistical methods and Six Sigma methodology for data-driven problem-solving.
Familiarity with CNC machining processes and quality management systems.
Experience with Python or similar scripting languages for data analysis is highly desirable.
A "systems-thinking" approach that bridges mechanical components and electrical controls.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build rapport with union hourly employees and skilled trades.
Strong "board room" presence with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical issues to leadership.
Previous experience in a high-volume manufacturing or unionized environment is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

APQPPFMEASix SigmaLean ManufacturingCNC machiningPythondata analyticsstatistical methodsDesign for Manufacturingequipment effectiveness

Soft Skills

interpersonal skillscommunicationproblem-solvingcollaborationleadershipproject managementtechnical supportcross-functional alignmentrapport buildingsystems thinking

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Engineering