Ford Motor Company

Data Scientist

• Design and evolve Ford’s data mesh architecture across manufacturing and enterprise domains
• Define domain boundaries, data product contracts, and interoperability standards
• Establish and maintain federated computational governance policies
• Champion adoption of GCP, Vertex AI, and agentic AI/LLM orchestration
• Lead transformation of raw manufacturing-system data into curated, documented, high-quality data products
• Define and enforce data product ownership, schema versioning, quality SLAs, discoverability, and access controls
• Oversee batch and streaming ingestion, transformation, and publishing pipelines
• Design data structures and semantic layers, including ontologies and knowledge graphs, for AI agents
• Design and develop enterprise, conceptual, logical, and physical data models
• Partner with product and analytics teams on data requirements, architecture guidance, models, and design reviews
• Establish architecture principles covering catalog, lineage, observability, security, and interoperability
• Drive data quality profiling, metrics, monitoring, reporting, and remediation
• Drive adoption of GCP as the technical backbone of the data mesh and data product ecosystem
• Evaluate and implement metadata management and data catalog solutions
• Establish monitoring, observability, and SLA tracking for published data products
• Own and evolve the federated governance framework
• Implement automated policy enforcement for schema validation, access control, metadata cataloging, and lineage tracking
• Partner with cybersecurity, legal, and compliance teams to classify and protect sensitive data
• Ensure privacy and compliance by design

Senior Data Scientist / ML Engineer

Product Development

• Create and manage robust, parametric, associative Build to Print parts using CATIA V5/V6 or similar CAD software, Teamcenter, and Vismockup
• Develop 3D CAD design concepts and alternatives
• Create and manage assemblies, drawings, motion files, CAD data, and the complete vehicle environment with system interfaces
• Manage BOM structures and release processes
• Identify system interfaces and potential design incompatibilities using virtual validation tools
• Lead design reviews and visualization or demonstration activities
• Resolve compatibility, feasibility, and functionality issues with tool shops and suppliers
• Collaborate with Product Development Engineering teams on feasibility, attribute, and functional issues
• Apply automation tools such as IPS to improve efficiency
• Design components according to functional requirements, design rules, CAD methodologies, and drafting standards
• Support sheet metal front-end and platform system requirements
• Identify and deploy efficiency, tool, and process improvements
• Raise relevant concerns and communicate clearly with appropriate detail

Product Development Intern

Systems Engineer

• Design and Release Engineering for frames, mounts, spare tire winches, and/or tow hooks from forward-model development through launch
• Manage the supply base
• Support design-phase deliverables from initial concept to launch
• Work with supplier manufacturing, STA, and quality teams to ensure design-for-assembly feasibility
• Develop and maintain quality documents including DFMEA, SCCAF, and P-diagram
• Support on-time prototype and production builds, DV/PV testing, and launch
• Lead Structures OPD and SREA changes
• Create and run stack-ups and review DVA
• Manage supplier cost, timing, product changes, and manufacturing changes
• Lead timely resolution of AIMS; identify ICA/PCA plans and 8D and 3x5Why workstreams
• Apply engineering disciplines including DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, Perfect Drawing Plan, and Engineering Specifications
• Lead, review, and approve frame-structure designs to meet component and vehicle requirements
• Resolve durability, assembly, and functional issues
• Coach and mentor peer engineers through Technical Club forums
• Deliver material cost reduction, warranty reduction, and benchmarking

Structural Systems Engineer

Research Engineer

• Develop and integrate innovative, next-generation electrified powertrain systems and technologies for future products
• Provide systems engineering expertise for advanced propulsion designs
• Understand how subsystem sizing, high-voltage architectures, thermal limits, and packaging affect vehicle-level attributes
• Size, select, and define subsystem architectures based on power, energy, mass, thermal capacity, cost, and other priorities
• Support integration, wiring/control interfacing, and initial commissioning of advanced propulsion subsystems into prototype vehicles, breadboards, and dyno test beds
• Lead cross-functional projects involving e-motor, power electronics, energy storage, driveline, high-voltage distribution, thermal management, controls, calibration, and simulation
• Develop requirements, attribute assessments, robustness assessments, and design verification plans
• Assess propulsion system tradeoffs among thermal, packaging, NVH, and hardware/software solutions
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and diagnostics on prototype vehicles and benches
• Collect and analyze propulsion system and vehicle test data from lab benches, dynos, and on-road testing
• Apply systems engineering and problem-solving tools, including Boundary Diagrams, P-Diagrams, and DFMEAs
• Prepare and present technical project reviews to senior management and technical leadership

Research Engineer – Advanced Electrified Propulsion Systems

SDET

• Define and lead the end-to-end validation and verification strategy for assigned Ford App features, beginning with native commerce and expanding to mobile-to-vehicle projection and service scheduling
• Design and execute test coverage for in-app purchases and subscription flows, including checkout, Stripe payment processing, transaction-state validation, and subscription lifecycle events
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of 2–3 Software QA Engineers, with planned team growth
• Participate in hiring, including sourcing, interviewing, hiring recommendations, and input into performance reviews
• Own and evolve the iOS and Android mobile automation framework strategy
• Design comprehensive functional, integration, and edge-case test cases
• Plan and coordinate test execution and delivery schedules across releases
• Execute and oversee automated and manual tests across development, staging, and production-like commerce environments
• Analyze test results, debug automation failures, and perform root cause analysis
• Manage defect lifecycle in JIRA, including documentation, triage, prioritization, and resolution tracking
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines and collaborate with development teams on feedback loops
• Maintain test plans, test cases, and automation scripts using Git-based version control
• Champion QA process improvements and industry-aligned practices such as ISTQB and ASPICE
• Report test status, coverage, quality metrics, risks, and mitigation plans to engineering leadership
• Explore and pilot web automation approaches to support team scaling

QA Automation Engineer, Mobile

Manager

• Identify business priorities and develop the long-term innovation strategy for Ford Business Solutions
• Identify process bottlenecks, redundant workflows, and automation opportunities to generate operational efficiencies, productivity gains, and cost savings
• Design and facilitate projects targeting improvements in accuracy, speed, and operational value
• Benchmark against global shared services and innovation models
• Integrate Lean, Six Sigma, and process re-engineering frameworks into innovation initiatives
• Map business processes, identify automation and AI opportunities, and translate requirements into technical specifications and user stories
• Prioritize projects, define roadmaps, and manage quick-win AI/ML, RPA, and LCNC deployments
• Guide projects from proof of concept through full-scale deployment
• Coordinate user acceptance testing with business teams
• Cultivate a culture of innovation through workshops, brainstorming sessions, and creativity initiatives
• Build and lead a virtual community of technology enthusiasts, Business Analysts, and citizen developers
• Coach colleagues on applying LCNC and digital tools to simplify daily tasks
• Manage participation in global innovation contests and promote successful global practices locally
• Secure resources, stakeholder buy-in, and alignment for the innovation portfolio
• Partner with Process Re-engineering, Lean, and Transformation teams
• Collaborate with internal communications to create case studies and showcase digital transformation results

Innovation & Transformation Manager

Engineer

• Develop and implement global tooling systems and standards for powertrain manufacturing operations
• Design, specify, and select cutting tools including drills, end mills, reamers, taps, broaches, inserts, and grinding tools
• Evaluate manufacturing feasibility and support Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) activities
• Develop tooling strategies aligned with manufacturing process requirements and Bill of Process standards
• Create and maintain tooling standards, setup documentation, tooling layouts, process sheets, and technical specifications
• Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs) to tooling suppliers
• Evaluate supplier proposals, perform cost comparisons, and select optimal suppliers
• Lead tooling design reviews, supplier audits, pre-production validations, and acceptance activities
• Manage tooling procurement, delivery, installation, and commissioning activities
• Ensure timely delivery of tooling documentation, drawings, layouts, and technical records
• Analyze machining parameters including cutting speeds, feeds, and depths of cut to improve productivity and quality
• Monitor tool life, wear patterns, and failure modes to improve tooling performance
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities through tooling standardization, advanced tooling technologies, and process improvements
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce downtime, scrap, and tooling costs
• Support minimum quantity lubrication (MQL) initiatives and tooling management systems
• Support new program launches through tooling development, validation, machine prove-out, and production readiness activities
• Coordinate with product engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supplier teams during launch phases
• Lead tooling-related issue resolution during production ramp-up and stabilization periods
• Provide Job 1 and post-launch support to ensure tooling performance meets quality and productivity targets
• Support tool crib planning and inventory management activities
• Monitor tooling consumption, inventory levels, and replacement schedules
• Develop strategies to optimize tooling inventory and operational efficiency

Manufacturing Tooling Engineer

Data Engineer

• Develop analytical data products using streaming and batch ingestion patterns on Google Cloud Platform
• Build data pipelines to monitor data quality and the performance of analytical models and agentic solutions
• Maintain data platform infrastructure using Terraform and deliver code through CI/CD
• Collaborate with data analytics stakeholders to streamline data acquisition, processing, and presentation
• Implement an enterprise data governance model covering data protection, sharing, reuse, quality, and standards
• Enhance and maintain DevOps capabilities of the data platform
• Optimize data solutions for performance, security, vulnerability reduction, cost, and reliability
• Work in an agile product team using TDD, continuous integration, and continuous deployment
• Address code quality issues using SonarQube, Checkmarx, Fossa, and Cycode
• Perform data mapping and lineage activities and document information flows
• Monitor production pipelines and provide production support according to SLAs
• Analyze connected vehicle data to support new product development and production vehicle improvements
• Provide visibility into data quality, vehicle, and feature issues and work with business owners to resolve them
• Collaborate cross-functionally, translate technical work for stakeholders, and advocate for well-designed solutions
• Mentor junior data engineering team members
• Stay current with data engineering practices and contribute to the company’s technical direction

Full-stack Engineer

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical design engineers
• Establish design standards, best practices, and engineering quality processes
• Review and approve fixture designs, layouts, and manufacturing documentation
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across tooling design activities
• Design and develop BIW assembly and welding fixtures
• Lead fixture concept development, detailed design, and manufacturing release
• Apply robust locating and clamping methodologies, including 3-2-1 locating principles
• Develop clamp units, pin units, sensor integrations, and shim strategies
• Lead design and validation of robotic grippers and end-of-arm tooling
• Perform payload, center-of-gravity, and structural evaluations
• Support pass table, stand, and automated handling equipment design
• Support tooling sourcing, supplier reviews, tryout activities, and tool buy-off
• Coordinate activities with suppliers, manufacturing plants, and program teams
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, risks, and technical issue resolution
• Provide on-site support during prototype, pre-production, and production launches
• Troubleshoot tooling, dimensional, and manufacturing concerns
• Support corrective actions to achieve launch readiness
• Participate in or lead CAD and PLM migration initiatives
• Support transition of legacy tooling data into Teamcenter-managed environments
• Maintain tooling libraries and standardized engineering data structures
• Collaborate with global engineering teams, suppliers, and manufacturing facilities
• Present technical recommendations and project status updates to management and customers

Senior Lead Engineer – Body Shop Fixtures, Automation

• Lead Vehicle Engineering oversight for module software readiness.
• Lead Vehicle Engineering for program “top hat” content, including feature delivery, ergonomics, visibility, accommodations and usage.
• Establish a clear value proposition and serve as a go-to resource for delivering customer experiences.
• Lead management of program documents and online systems related to features and program top hat delivery.
• Translate customer insights into program content and balanced vehicle-level requirements.
• Resolve disconnects with marketing, customer insights, program management, and design and release teams.
• Cascade vehicle-level requirements into objective, system-level requirements for engineering and validation.
• Interface with design studio, energy management, hardware systems, features, and software teams.
• Confirm system-level design tradeoffs and deviations deliver the intended vehicle-level customer experience.
• Use analytical and prototyping tools to validate the vehicle-level experience through three customer experience reviews.
• Lead cross-functional technical tradeoff discussions.
• Lead validation of the final vehicle through initial production, final production, updates and variants.
• Deliver program milestones and engineering gateways on time and with quality.
• Drive Vehicle Engineering Design Validation Efficiency improvements.

Vehicle Engineering Lead – Feature & Software Delivery

• Design, develop, validate, and release wiring harnesses
• Improve designs to increase quality and optimize cost and weight
• Design harnesses to meet cost, weight, quality, performance, and timing targets
• Apply Robustness Engineering disciplines, including quality history, P-Diagram, and FMEA
• Apply Six Sigma and 8D methodologies for structured problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Lead Technical Design Reviews with cross-functional stakeholders and GTBC Ford México
• Release parts in WERS throughout the Product Industrialization lifecycle and support Change Control Meetings
• Audit and update Bills of Material for prototype builds and maintain post-Job 1 accuracy
• Identify validation, durability, and functional testing requirements using DVP / FEDE DVP dashboard
• Analyze Program Direction Letters and Trim Spiders to define EDS scope
• Develop proposals to reduce giveaway cost, total part count, and harness complexity
• Create design optimization proposals using competitive benchmarking
• Build and maintain build-level complexity charts and perform harness complexity analysis
• Perform engineering cost estimates and define or verify engineering prototype requirements
• Support parts implementation, plant sign-off, and quality issue resolution across program milestones
• Support prototype and production build events
• Participate in quality and manufacturing quality forums
• Deliver against GPDS milestones applicable to EDS
• Submit invention disclosures, process improvements, and best practices
• Complete training aligned with annual objectives

Product Development Engineer – Wiring Low Voltage

Supervisor

• Own development, sign-off, and maintenance of foundational Body Exterior engineering decisions
• Build, guide, and mentor a team of engineers and subject matter experts
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design and studio teams to ideate new solutions
• Lead innovative design development using CAE tools and competitive benchmarking
• Partner with CAE teams to refine simulation and correlation methods
• Optimize designs through analytical and physical assessment while ensuring regulatory compliance
• Develop and implement novel construction techniques through production feasibility
• Create design verification plans and test methods
• Liaise with Vehicle Architecture, Advanced Engineering, Manufacturing, and Suppliers
• Present concepts and program status to senior management
• Lead Body Exterior system integration and QCWFT program delivery
• Manage FSS and other resources to deliver programs
• Lead design of hoods, fenders, bumper fascias, grilles, vents, splitters, spoilers, ducts, and belly pan/diffusers
• Ensure conformance to Ford Racing DNA and regulatory requirements

Body Exterior Supervisor

Procurement

• Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing from RFQ issuance through contract award for brake calipers across global vehicle programs
• Align supplier strategy with the automotive industry's shift toward electric vehicles
• Drive commercial negotiations on piece price, tooling costs, engineering design changes, and annual cost-reduction targets with global suppliers
• Manage supplier relationships and contracts, including long-term agreements and capacity commitments
• Resolve commercial disputes or claims
• Identify and capture cost-saving opportunities using should-cost modeling, product teardown analysis, and market intelligence
• Partner with Engineering, Finance, and Purchasing colleagues to ensure technical designs meet cost targets and manufacturing feasibility
• Build and present sourcing recommendations, business cases, and financial analyses to purchasing leadership for executive approval

Strategic Sourcing Buyer – Brake Calipers

Engineering Manager

• Lead development, maintenance, delivery, and support of cloud-based platform software supporting Ford connected vehicle capabilities
• Own software required for Ford Volkswagen Alliance connectivity integration across Ford-engineered and Volkswagen-engineered partnership models
• Manage delivery priorities for critical production platform components in an always-on environment
• Monitor and improve cost, quality, reliability, and delivery performance for supported platform capabilities
• Support transformation efforts aligned to Ford’s Converged Connectivity strategy
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 6–10 GSR and agency direct reports
• Collaborate closely with global engineering teams, product teams, integration teams, service teams, and partner organizations
• Translate technical implementation details and partner OEM connectivity approaches into clear direction for internal stakeholders
• Make informed decisions across technical design, software implementation, program execution, and product lifecycle direction
• Drive process discipline and continuous improvement in a constructive, non-confrontational manner

Software Engineering Manager

Architect

• Design advanced / pre-program Body-in-White components, including stampings, roll forming, and extrusions
• Coordinate with Safety, Manufacturing, NVH, Studio, User Experience, Planning, cost, weight, and investment stakeholders to achieve Structures functional requirements and timing
• Prepare BOM, cost, weight, and assembly flow documents
• Create 3D package studies to resolve incompatibilities within systems quantitatively
• Prepare benchmarking and attachment C decision matrices
• Prepare and present technical studies to peers and management
• Interface with Design Studio on feasibility and cost implications of various themes
• Create design packages for initial supplier sourcing, vendor tooling, internal manufacturing, and other design customers
• Co-develop advanced features, technologies, and materials
• Design and architect forward model platform structures 2–3 years before production
• Drive platform design to meet safety, piece cost, weight, investment, stamping feasibility, manufacturing feasibility, timing, and quality metrics