Manufacturing Quality Engineer

Ford Motor Company

. Drive quality robustness across Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering operations .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $74,300 - $166,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quality systems and manufacturing engineering, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, data analysis, and technical leadership. Proficient in applying methodologies such as APQP, PFMEA, and Six Sigma to enhance process performance and reduce manufacturing risks.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Manufacturing Engineering ExperienceQuality Systems LeadershipAPQP and PFMEA DevelopmentSix Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt CertificationTechnical Knowledge of Ford Quality Processes

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Hard Skills

Process FMAControl PlansRoot Cause Analysis3L5Y8DA3Data AnalysisGD&TContinuous ImprovementQuality Launch Readiness Assessments

Soft Skills

LeadershipAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

MIDASFEDEGlobal Manufacturing RequirementsKnowledge PacketsCAD ToolsAutoCAD

Certifications & Qualifications

Six Sigma Green BeltSix Sigma Black Belt

Industry Keywords

Powertrain ManufacturingQuality EngineeringManufacturing OperationsData-Driven Quality IssuesWarranty Reduction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive quality robustness across Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering operations
Lead application and continuous improvement of quality systems across powertrain manufacturing operations
Improve equipment and process performance for machining, assembly, and test operations
Partner with Product Design, Global and Plant Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Warranty teams
Reduce and eliminate data-driven quality issues and manufacturing risks
Develop, review, and maintain Process FMA deliverables, including PFMEAs and Control Plans
Support root cause analysis and permanent corrective action processes using 3L5Y, 8D, and A3
Conduct launch quality and warranty deep-dive reviews
Identify recurring failure modes, risk areas, lessons learned, and systemic improvements
Support warranty reduction workstreams
Collaborate on best practices, continuous improvement, and issue resolution
Document and cascade QOS lessons learned into forward-model programs
Update production quality tools, systems, training materials, and data analysis/reporting methods
Maintain DRIM
Provide technical leadership, coaching, training, audits, and technical deep dives
Travel approximately 25% to powertrain manufacturing plants in Michigan, Windsor, Canada, and Ohio, including occasional overnight stays

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering degree (or equivalent)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering discipline
Proven manufacturing and quality experience in a plant manufacturing environment
Direct experience in APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), PFMEA development, and Control Plans
Strong leadership, analytical, and structured problem-solving skills
Innovative, continuous improvement mindset
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to teach, coach, and present technical materials to peers and PTME leadership
Strong interpersonal skills and proven collaboration within diverse, dynamic, cross-functional teams
Self-motivation and initiative to acquire technical knowledge independently
Ability to master complex data and processes
Demonstrated technical knowledge of Ford Quality Processes, including QOS, Process FMA, BOP, Quality Launch Readiness Assessments, 3-Legged 5-Why, DMAIC, and Global 8D methodologies
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Familiarity with Ford Core Engineering Systems including MIDAS, FEDE, Global Manufacturing Requirements / Knowledge Packets, engineering standards, and GPDS powertrain deliverables
Familiarity with CAD tools such as AutoCAD
GD&T knowledge
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
Management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
Generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off
Option to purchase additional vacation time