Manufacturing Program Engineer at Ford Global Career Site

Marshall, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Risk Management, Procurement, Scheduling, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Change Management, Cost Tracking, Quality Assurance, Process Optimization, Documentation Management, Software Proficiency, Team Collaboration

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Represent and provide technical input to manufacturing or engineering teams in various program and project meetings, fostering cross-functional collaboration and communication. Lead overall program reviews for various teams, presenting program status, risks, and mitigation plans to management. Oversee and track the lifecycle of new equipment, assets, or product components, from procurement and vendor interactions through installation and in-plant verification. Develop and maintain comprehensive tracking systems for key project deliverables, performance metrics, and quality indicators. Lead and coordinate meetings related to procurement, purchasing, and engineering change management, including preparing agendas and necessary documentation. Develop and maintain robust project master schedules, identifying critical paths and potential dependencies. Analyze project schedules to proactively identify potential delays, resource conflicts, and the impact of scope or timing changes. Lead efforts to resolve scheduling and timing conflicts, designing recovery actions and developing alternative timing scenarios to keep projects on track. Lead or assist in preparing and disseminating project status reports, presentations, and managing project information within various digital platforms and databases. Manage and technically evaluate engineering change notifications or similar documentation through controlled release systems, routing to appropriate stakeholders and monitoring status. Serve as a change management lead for assigned programs, collaborating effectively with global or cross-functional counterparts as needed. Develop, coordinate, and maintain cost tracking documents and financial reports for projects, ensuring accurate budget oversight. Drive documentation updates and maintain project information within collaborative platforms, document management systems, or similar tools, including Jira and SmartSheet management. Provide process confirmation and drive adherence to quality operating standards and established processes for new programs or projects. Support engineering and operational teams in the procurement of specialized or custom-ordered components when necessary. Collaborate with various operational teams, including process engineering and plant operations, to optimize the management of spare parts processes. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Proven ability to learn and adapt quickly to new systems, software, and processes. Demonstrated experience in managing project cost and timing effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a talent for identifying the root cause of issues and driving resolution. Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting to management. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment. Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. Proficiency with project management tools and collaborative platforms, including Jira, SmartSheet, MS Project, SharePoint, or similar.

Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Program Engineer will represent and provide technical input to manufacturing or engineering teams, leading program reviews and overseeing the lifecycle of new equipment and components. They will develop tracking systems for project deliverables and manage change notifications while ensuring adherence to quality standards.