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... 
Use Vis Plant monitoring software to review cycle times of automation, review and follow up automation projects and installations

You'll have... 

High school diploma or GED2 or more years of Controls Engineering experience (internship and coop experience will be considered)

Even better, you may have...

Bachelors DegreeElectrical background (electrician or technician) preferredFamiliar with PLC/CNC (Siemens/ Allen-Bradley), VFD, Servo, Profinet, ABB and FANUC RobotsSolid understanding of laser burningDemonstrated ability to read blueprints, modify electrical schematics, and use AutoCADValidated ability to troubleshoot equipment and continuously evaluate for process improvementsExperience with conveyor system programming and overhead GantrySolid understanding of networking to include DH+, Ethernet, and remote IOLean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experienceLean Tools – 5S, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, Value Stream Mapping experienceUnderstanding of 8D, FMEA, and DMAIC processesFamiliar with TQM and Kaizen methodsOne or more years of experience with MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)Knowledge of simulation modeling and visual factory management preferred

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, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care 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 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

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What you'll do...

Troubleshoot PLC, robot, and other automation problemsUpdate program backups for automation Program new installations of Body tooling and conveyor systemsReprogram automation for engineering changes and improvements Coordinate automation improvements/installations/new programs