Engineering Specialist - Process

Ford of Canada's operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centres, and three Connectivity and Innovation centres. Ford employs approximately 7,000 people in Canada, while an additional 18,000 people are employees in the more than 400 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information, please visit

At Ford of Canada, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live. We don’t just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe.

Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. As we look to the future and the changing needs of society, we are committed to becoming the world’s most trusted mobility company – delivering smart vehicles for a smart world. Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on. Join us at the Windsor Engine Plant/Essex Engine Plant in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

What You'll Do...

The primary responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to:

• Support Manufacturing Process Engineering activity for Machining departments.
• Reviewing CMM reports and have and understanding of GD&T.
• Make quality offsets to CNC machine based of Quality operating system.
• Preform tooling trials and capability studies.
• Understanding of NC programming language to preform minor machining changes.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity.
• Apply engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products.
• Develop action plans as required to investigate and prioritize quality concerns and verify corrective actions on internal processes and supplier processes.
• Lead and conduct process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent with Operations guidelines.
• Create process and instruction sheets supporting quality methods and processes.
• Lead variability reduction and lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices.
• Ensure compliance to Plant, Corporate, Governmental and Environmental standards.
• Support ISO 14001 compliance and support internal ISO auditing and compliance as required.
• Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements.

You'll have..

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering .

Experience

• 3-5 years' of hands‑on shop floor engineering experience.
• 2+ years' of experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience, 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem solving skills, Lean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.

Even better, you may have...

Experience

• 2+ years’ experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.
• Experience with FMEA, PPAP, and DOEs, Visual Factory Management.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor production personnel and communicate technical information clearly (written and verbal).
• Adept knowledge of Quality Operating System requirements and the ability to enforce standards.
• Experience with Failure Mode and Effects Analysis, Production Part Approval Process, Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Control, Measurement Systems Analysis, and visual factory management.
• Supervisory experience as an Engineering lead.
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving skills.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this Ford of Canada position is $ 85,000.00 - $135,000.00 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.

Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required.

Our focus is to build the best team. If you think you can bring value to Ford, love to collaborate, prioritize and aim to deliver excellence in everything you do, we encourage you to apply!

We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, does not sponsor work permit applications.