Process Automation Technology Leader

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Shape the Future of Manufacturing with ATP At Ford, we aren’t just building vehicles - we are redefining how the world moves. Within the Advanced Industrial Technology and Platforms (ATP) organization, we are the architects of Ford’s next industrial revolution. Our mission is clear: we build and scale industrial platforms, technologies, and capabilities that unlock Ford Firsts to drive sustained competitive advantage in manufacturing. Driven by our vision to "build once, scale everywhere," we bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and global physical deployment. Our guiding mantra is simple yet relentless: Scale what matters, win what's next. If you are a high-tech builder, thinker, or innovator who thrives at the intersection of software, hardware, and massive scale, ATP is where you belong. Join us and write the next chapter of industrial history.

The Advanced Industrial Technology & Platforms (ATP) is a new, centralized organization designed to position Ford to lead industrial innovation.

As a People Leader (PL) for the Process Development Operations Team (PDOT) within the ATP organization, your role will be to lead a team in the development of innovative Process Automation “Ford-Firsts” manufacturing technologies that will be implemented and scaled extensively throughout the Ford Global Manufacturing Facilities. Specifically, to lead the development of new manufacturing technologies, processes, tooling, equipment and engineering standards that will be focused on the Powertrain Propulsion Manufacturing Systems that span across the Electric Vehicle (EV) Core Manufacturing Vertical Integration Commodity Areas including eMotor Assembly Systems and Battery Pack Assembly Systems. These efforts will be aligned to the Product Design (PD) and Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) strategies and will enable delivery to external customers of an industry leading Vehicle Product and Services Portfolio.

This organization will accelerate our digital evolution and manufacturing excellence – advancing the modernization of our Ford Manufacturing operations with cutting-edge technology.

This is a full-time position with 90% onsite residency in the Manufacturing Technology Development Center (MTDC) located in Redford, Michigan 48239

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Process Automation Manufacturing Technologies and the EV Manufacturing Commodities of eMotor Assembly Systems and Battery Pack Assembly Systems.
• Lead a team of engineers to develop novel Process Automation Manufacturing Technology solutions that will improve the cost, quality and efficiency of new or existing automation systems deployed globally in Operations.
• Design New EV Manufacturing processes for eMotor Assembly Systems and Battery Pack Assembly Systems and incorporate them as Bill of Process (BoP) standards and replicated/scaled by the Manufacturing Skill Teams.
• Build a strong and highly motivated team and develop personnel for Succession Planning with a focus on technical aptitude, work ethic and promotion of the Ford OS Behaviors – Excellence, Focus and Collaboration.
• Collaborate with key Product Design (PD) and Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) Skill Teams to identify, define and prioritize manufacturing technology development initiatives aligned to global manufacturing objectives.
• Establish and update the Manufacturing Technology Development Roadmaps for the Process Development Operations and drive the development of the new technologies and solutions for flawless implementation.
• Benchmark new advanced emerging technologies, follow industry trends and establish Supplier Partnerships to deliver Ford-First new manufacturing technology development solutions for Process Development Operations.
• Coordinate efforts with Internal and External cross functional teams to develop and deliver the new manufacturing technologies through ideation, concept generation, design, build and testing of prototype tooling and equipment.
• Manage all aspects of the manufacturing technology development projects portfolio administration inclusive of budget forecasts, project funding submissions and project financial check book accounting.
• Provide technical leadership to assess the maturity of the manufacturing technology, assure the delivery of system performance, and utilize project management skills to achieve desired implementation timing.
• Drive the manufacturing technology development and establish the technical core competency base within the ATP organization for the with a specific focus on the Process Automation main systems and sub-systems.
• Participate in the mentoring, coaching and learning cascade activities across the manufacturing engineering teams and serve as an advocate to foster a manufacturing technology innovation culture across the enterprise.
• Cascade core technology documentation and upload to information share sites to facilitate knowledge transfer to Global Skill Teams personnel and support technology replications across the manufacturing sites.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Foundational education and experience in the field of EV Product Design and associated Manufacturing Systems.
• Knowledge of Process Automation existing / new / emerging manufacturing technologies in EV Manufacturing.
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience developing and delivering process automation application solutions.
• Exceptional project management, multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a dynamic collaborative team setting.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to convey engineering & technical information with ease.
• Proficient with the entire suite of Microsoft Office applications and tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial/Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated capability in Process Automation within the EV Manufacturing field with a proven record of delivery of manufacturing process automation solutions into production.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment with focus on production related Process Automation.
• Knowledgeable in specialized EV Production Processes and their specific Automation Manufacturing Technology.
• 5+ years of leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to lead highly skilled and technical team.
• Capable of leading Internal/External cross-functional teams in a creative, dynamic and innovative environment.
• Familiarity with new program planning, implementation, launch deliverables and plant support requirements.
• Exposure interacting with Senior Leadership Teams across Manufacturing, Product Design and Plant Sites.

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
• 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
• Generous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/LL6

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Domestic relocation is not available for this position.

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This position is hybrid with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week.