Manufacturing Engineer

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. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?

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’s Oakville Assembly Complex, we are expanding and retooling our vehicle operations like never before. This is more than just delivering a flawless new vehicle launch; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of vehicle manufacturing in Canada. Here is where cutting-edge manufacturing processes will bring to life vehicles that embody unparalleled performance and unwavering dependability.

At Ford of Canada, 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 in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

In this position...

As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency.

Responsibilities

What you'll do...

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

• Deliver Manufacturing Delivery Quality Operating System requirements and manage process sheets and Cycle Line Layouts to ensure assembly plants have complete operator workstations ready for launch.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Development, Supplier Technical Assistance, and Material Planning and Logistics, to generate facility and tooling costs while improving quality and reducing labor requirements.
• Use virtual tools to evaluate the feasibility of new model designs for high-volume assembly and lead the resolution of Final Assembly Engineering issues.
• Lead manufacturing assembly builds—including Design Confirmation Vehicle, Tooling Tryout, Pre-Production, and Mass Production phases 1 and 2—across North American plants while identifying and closing all launch product and tooling issues.
• Create and manage a master schedule for the design, build, and implementation of subsystem tooling, including supporting vendor buyoffs and leading on-site installation and commissioning.
• Drive Engineering Change implementation throughout key program milestones and develop Lessons Learned to implement Prevent Reoccurrence Actions into future programs.
• Support department initiatives across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Morale, Environment, and Innovation.

Qualifications

You'll have...

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering or a related field of study.(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).

Experience

• 3+ years' of 3D CAD review experience (Teamcenter, Vis Mockup, CATIA, or equivalent).
• 2+ years' demonstrated understanding of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and failure mode avoidance principles.
• Ability to travel within North American countries (including USA and Mexico) as required, which may include supporting launch programs.

Even better, you may have...

• 3+ years experience with automotive assembly tooling, processes and facilities.
• 3+ years demonstrated experience working effectively as part of across functional team.
• 3+ years experience in one or more of the following automotive systems: Interior, Exterior, Chassis, Powertrain, Electrical, Water test,End of Line.
• Expertise in understanding of bill of materials, change control, process allocation and issue management systems.
• Working knowledge of statistics (control charts, data collecting, etc.)
• Proven Project Management skills and result-oriented mindset.
• Proficiency with computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project etc.)

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary for this Ford Credit Canada position is $74,000.00 – $124,000.00 and individuals may also be eligible to participate in our quarterly Flexible Bonus Rewards program.

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.