Engineering Specialist, Metallurgist at Ford Global Career Site

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

162120.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Metallurgical Testing, Root Cause Investigation, Heat Treat Processes, Material Evaluation, Quality Compliance, Statistical Process Control, Measurement Systems Analysis, Failure Investigation, Welding Evaluation, Metallography, Tensile Testing, Hardness Testing, AGMA Gear Standards, 8D Tool, 6 Panel, Process Improvement

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

In this position... Apply engineering principles & analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. What you will do ... Perform metallurgical testing and evaluation of gears and axle components Support batch and release decisions through metallurgical verification Investigate heat treat and material-related quality issues Provide metallurgical expertise for root cause investigations Partner with quality and manufacturing teams to ensure compliance with specifications Maintain accurate metallurgical records and test documentation Implement interim and permanent corrective actions to resolve quality issues using 8D tool, 6 panel, etc. Manage and direct statistical process control activities Prepare technical reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations. Knowledge of and ability to execute measurement systems analysis & variable data analysis Identify sources of variation within a production environment effectively and efficiently Establish tolerance limits and facilitate appropriate corrective actions Establish and monitor quality target levels for each build Provide input for design and assembly concepts which will yield nominal variations Establish critical characteristics for gauging and measuring data collection methods Determine inspection equipment and facility requirements Support expedited concern resolution with cross functional teams including the Quality Department, Production and Suppliers Review internal/external suppliers for critical characteristics process compatibility Review incoming quality concerns to maintain quality with assigned area; must have experience with initiating containment, determining root cause and implementing corrective actions. Conduct metallurgical evaluations for functional trials and launch of new product lines Execute metallurgical failure investigations using metallurgical equipment (microscopes, hardness testers, metallographic specimen preparation, etc.) Collaborate with production and engineering on process improvements relating to heat treat and welding Assist with and address metallurgical concerns related to IQ and process issues Collaborate with suppliers on process improvements Have knowledge of industry metallurgical tests (metallography, tensile testing, hardness testing, etc.) You'll have... Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. 3–7 years of experience in metallurgical or materials engineering within manufacturing Experience supporting heat treat processes and metallurgical verification Experience working in a production manufacturing environment knowledge of weld evaluation (various steels and alloys) Even better, you may have... · Bachelor’s degree in STEM field · Advanced Heat Treat Experience · Lapping & Gear Finishing · Failure Analysis: performing fracture analysis and investigating · Certifications (ASM Heat Treating Society training, ASM Materials Engineer certification, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) and Six Sigma Green Belt · Analytical Tools: SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope), Image analysis software and statistical analysis software · Industry Knowledge: Experience with AGMA gear standards and interpreting material and heat treat specifications 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 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 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 · A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day · Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD This position is a range of salary grades 7 and 8. This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360. This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120. 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.

Responsibilities

This role involves applying engineering principles to establish and improve manufacturing processes and products, primarily through performing metallurgical testing and evaluation of components like gears and axles. The specialist will also support quality decisions, investigate material-related issues, and implement corrective actions using established methodologies.