Launch Engineering Specialist, Electrical & Test

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As part of our Manufacturing team youll help build the world-class state-of-the-art smart vehicles were known our plants around the world were constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. Youll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.

In this role you will

Drive electrical launch readiness and quality at the plant by managing test systems resolving first-run and repair issues and serving as the key liaison between the plant floor and launch engineering teams to ensure new models launch on time on cost and at target quality.

What youll do

• Monitor first-run issues at QLS control points and chart results from internal inspection systems (CBT EOL etc.); maintain a matrix tracking issues through resolution.
• Champion the use of repair data to identify and resolve test-failure root causes; monitor repairs and escalate recurring issues to management and group leaders for resolution at the source (operator vendor process).
• Submit vehicle repair data to the plant information system and generate daily shift reports.
• Participate in Electrical VRT and daily Whiteboard reviews sharing data on top internal (QLS FCPA test results M10 drives) and external indicators; drive resolution toward In-Station Process Control Error Proofing and improved Process Capability correlating external findings with internal controls.
• Support other VRTs (Powertrain Handles/Locks/Mechanisms Exterior Ornamentation Chassis) with test system implementation and results (e.g. CBT window/seat function tests EOL brake force tests).
• Assist repair personnel with difficult-to-diagnose new- and current-model vehicles.
• Attend daily launch hard rocks meetings; co-lead daily EOL issue meetings through MP1 then lead them from MP2 through Job Last.
• Serve as single point of contact for the launch electrical engineering team.
• Assess EOL workforce capability using the PJO & Deep Knowledge evaluation process; maintain the EOL Electrical Repair Capability Matrix identifying gaps and recommending training solutions to the EOL Process Coach.
• Ensure the latest electrical diagnostic documentation equipment and tools are available and up to date for all repair personnel.
• Lead test system activities in the plant including EOL CBT IPF and TPMS; monitor CBT performance and calibration limits based on VRT input and internal/external indicators.
• Coordinate loading of the latest calibrations at EOL test equipment and mobilize internal plant resources (IT maintenance production) to resolve test issues.
• Report software issues to VO FAE per established escalation procedures.

Youll have

Education:

• High School Diploma

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years technician/foreman experience required.
• Strong interpersonal skills working with individuals of diverse cultural academic and cognitive backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong effective communication skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor repairmen effectively.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with flexible scheduling.

Even better youll have

• Senior Ford Master Certification desired.
• Minimum of 10 years dealership senior-level technician/foreman experience desired.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Demonstrated leadership in ONE FORD behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal team-building and communication skills.

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve 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 builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:

• Immediate medical dental and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care 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 Years Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

For a detailed look at our benefits click here:

position is a range of salary grades 6 7 and 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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