Engrg Specialist, Controls

Job Description

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. What will you make today?

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this position...

We’re seeking a highly skilled technical professional to provide key expertise to our outstanding automated manufacturing capabilities. You will utilize and leverage Vis Plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation, as well as review and follow up on automation projects and installations.

Lead problem solving to assist plants and implementation teams in resolving tooling, equipment and conveyor performance issues and downtime.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

Use Vis Plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation, review and follow-up on automation projects and installationsTroubleshoot PLC, robot, and other automation problemsUpdate program backups for automationProgram new installations of Body tooling and conveyor systemsReprogram automation for engineering changes and improvementsCoordinate automation campaignsIndependently troubleshoot all body equipment and continuously evaluate equipment for improvement for quality and deliverySupport plant Controls Engineer responsibilities for new and existing equipment (from initial install until time when equipment becomes obsolete). Support operations controls needs as required for major disruptions to the business.Support operations when departmental controls engineers are out of the office.Support operations when departmental controls engineers are not available to cover weekend production shifts.Have the ability to work all shifts, rotating shifts and weekends, specifically the overnight shift in this role

Qualifications

You'll have...

Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field

Even better, you may have…

2 or more years of PLC logic experienceStrong problem-solving skills, including 8Ds, FMEAs, and DMAICsABB robot experienceMachining experienceRS Logics, Microsoft officeIndramat ServoFamiliarity with bar code scanning and function block logicSiemens PLCExperienced in laser burningStrong understanding of conveyors system programming and body tooling techniques, in addition to networking understanding, DH+, Ethernet, remote IOBlueprint reading, AutoCAD, interpret and modify electrical schematics experienceSimulation modeling exposureLean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experienceLean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream MappingDMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology experienceTQM and Kaizen MethodsFMEA, PPAP, and DOEs experienceVisual Factory Management

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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s DayPaid 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 a Salary Grade 5 - 8.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

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