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In this position...
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) Process Engineer to join our team. In this critical role, you will be instrumental in the implementation and continuous improvement of our FMA processes across various vehicle systems and components, and will be directly involved in large projects that significantly impact how the company operates and performs FMA. You will work closely with cross-functional teams in design, manufacturing, and quality to proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate potential failure modes, directly contributing to the highest levels of product reliability and customer satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to enhance the quality and reliability of our vehicles and grow your career within a leading automotive organization.
You’ll have…
A Bachelor's degree Experience in engineering or science, with a focus on FMA, reliability engineering, or related areas Experience with problem-solving tools and techniques (e.g., 8D, 5Why, Ishikawa diagrams). Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.Even better you’ll have…
BS in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Science Engineering Experience in automotive body design & release experience strongly preferred A passion for improving product quality A history of communicating and presenting Quality data in an informative and persuasive approach GPDS knowledge is a plus Certified 6-Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (DMAIC or DFSS). Experience in a Quality and/or testing Organization. Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., AIAG FMEA Handbook v1, IATF 16949). Magic Draw FMA tool familiarity.
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 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 a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
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What you’ll be able to do…
Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of FMA processes and methodologies, including DFMEAs (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), boundary diagrams, P-diagrams, RCLs, and Interface Tables. Contribute to and participate in FMA workshops and reviews with cross-functional teams to identify potential failure modes and develop effective mitigation strategies. Support the integration of FMA activities into the product development lifecycle, from concept to launch. Perform monitoring and analysis of FMA process implementation to identify trends, prioritize risks, and support continuous improvement efforts. Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to implement FMA recommendations and ensure their effectiveness. Stay up-to-date on industry best practices and emerging technologies related to FMA and reliability engineering. Contribute to a culture of proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement within the organization. Travel up to 10% within North America