AGV AMR Technology Development Engr

This position will lead a team to develop innovative process and technological solutions to solve real-world manufacturing problems related to cost and quality through Autonomous Mobile Robots. Collaboration with various plant and skill teams will be paramount in successfully implementing projects, so a dynamic, self-driven, and highly collaborative individual is sought for this great opportunity to lead the way in establishing the future of manufacturing at Ford.

What you'll do...*

Collaborate with key stakeholders (PD, GME, MP&L, R&A and Manufacturing Operations) to identify, define and prioritize manufacturing technology development initiatives

Establish and communicateAGV/AMR roadmapsaligned to strategic Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) Objectives and AGV/AMR Platform for external commercial use cases

Lead and contribute to all aspects of AGV/AMR technology Pilot and Production systems including Network Architecture, Navigation, Communications, IT systems interfaces and Functional Safety

Lead internal Ford and external Supplier cross functional teams to develop and deliver new manufacturing technologies through ideation, concept generation to Application Ready (AR);

Execute all manufacturing technology development projects in accordance to the Global Manufacturing Engineering Standard (GMES) - New Manufacturing Technology Development Procedure GMP02-704ME.

Apply system engineering approach with disciplined Six Sigma methodology and a data driven mindset on all manufacturing technology development projects.

Plan and schedule installation of prototype equipment, at Ford and non-Ford facilities, with Ford Land, UAW and Supplier Partners to enable Concept Ready (CR)/Application Ready (AR) testing prove-out.

Manage all aspects of manufacturing technology development projects portfolio administration inclusive of;

Budget forecasts, MEARS project submissions, Purchase Order placement, Invoice processing, MTD Financial Tracker Updates and MTD Manufacturing Innovation Projects Tracker Updates.

Prepare clear and concise technical presentation packages for joint review in MTD/Core Engineering Team meetings, MTD SAR meetings and Manufacturing Executive reviews.

Create core technology documentation and upload to information share site to facilitate knowledge transfer to Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) personnel and support technology replication across global manufacturing sites.

Participate actively in mentoring, coaching and learning cascade activities across the manufacturing engineering teams and serve as an advocate to foster a manufacturing innovation culture across the enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications:*

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Highly motivated self-starter with strong leadership, motivation and team building skills

Exceptional project management, multi-tasking and organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a collaborative team setting

Strong oral and written communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of applications and tools

Preferred Qualifications:*

Working knowledge of IT Networks and Communication Architecture

Experience in a high-volume Manufacturing environment with focus on production related Process Automation

Familiarity with program planning, implementation and launch deliverables and solid understanding of GPDS

Exposure interacting with Senior Leadership Team

Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

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.