STA Site Engineer

Job ID: 70272
Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Category: Supply Chain

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Job Type: Full time
Work Type: On-site

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We are looking for an experienced candidate to join our STA organization with effective communication, technical knowledge, project management, manufacturing, and process quality expertise in component parts production for Body Exterior commodities.

As a Supplier Technical Assistance (STA) engineer specializing in Exterior, you will be responsible for industrializing and managing "Quality" and "Capacity" of Exterior commodities at Tier 1 supplier sites — including injection molding, Blow molding, low-pressure molding, thermoforming, and final assembly operations — on new model program launches and in-series production.

In this position ...

Drive supplier manufacturing excellence, flawless program launches, and capacity assurance across assigned commodities. The role ensures supplier parts meet stringent quality, design, and rate requirements from pre-sourcing through mass production.

The candidate will work collaboratively within Ford and multiple supplier partners to launch Vehicle systems and commodities including body exterior and interior, vehicle and battery stampings and structures, frames, underbody, powertrain, and electrical for both Battery Electric (BEV) and Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles for Ford Blue and Model-e programs. The candidate will be responsible for industrializing and managing Quality, Capacity and resolving production delivery issues for new model programs launches and “in-series” production programs. Depending on your assigned supplier site locations, flexibility to travel within US/Canada and Mexico is required.

What you'll do ...

1. Launch Management & APQP / PPAP

Lead supplier launch readiness per Global Product Development System (GPDS) milestones to achieve flawless launches and on-time “date to green” targets and optimized part pedigree.
Review and approve supplier capital, tooling work plans, and end-item compliance through rigorous PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and Run-at-Rate evaluations.
Conduct onsite technical assessments and manufacturing feasibility evaluations for new sourcing and program integration.

2. Quality Systems & Failure Mode Avoidance

Enforce robust defect prevention by driving, reviewing and approving PFMEAs, Control Plans, SCCAFs, Special Manufacturing Process Assessments, Manufacturing Health Charts and implementation of robust process controls.
Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to verify part print feasibility, datum structures, measurement systems (Gage R&R), and process capability (SPC).
Drive supplier adherence to special process requirements with Ford Technical Specialists and lead Q1-Manufacturing Site Assessments (Q1-MSA) for continuous site improvement.

3. Root-Cause Problem Solving & Issue Resolution

Lead supplier process quality containment and permanent corrective actions for critical issues (QR, Stop Ship/Build, BSAQ, Field Actions).
Champion structured Problem-Solving methodologies (Global 8D, A3, 5-Why, Drill Down) to identify true root causes, implement robust error-proofing, and migration of prevent recurrence which delivers measurable defect reduction (QR, PPM, TGW, R/1000, CPU, Warranty).
Partner with cross-functional teams to establish and monitor Continuous Improvement Action Plans (CIAPs).

4. Capacity Verification & Production Risk Mitigation

Interface with Purchasing to conduct Global Capacity Planning (GCP) studies and validate supplier Capacity Analysis Reports (eCAR).
Identify production bottlenecks, de-risk manufacturing constraints, and oversee recovery plans for constrained supplier operations to ensure quality and production attainment.

Core Competencies & Key Skills:

Technical Skills: GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), Blueprint/CAD interpretation, Tooling & Fixture validation, Gage R&R, SPC, and commodity-specific manufacturing processes (stamping, molding, assembly, machining, etc.)
Quality & Systems Expertise: APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, IATF 16949, Q1-MSA, SIM, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
Problem Solving & Analytics: Structured Problem Solving (Global 8D, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis), data-driven decision making, and risk assessment/mitigation.
Program & Supplier Leadership: Cross-functional collaboration, capacity/bottleneck resolution, supplier auditing, and driving accountability to recovery timelines).
Launch & Industrialization: Manage greenfield/brownfield and new model launch programs capital, tooling and manufacturing planning.

You'll have ...

Bachelor of Science/Engineering or academic equivalent
Manufacturing and/or Program Management experience in an industrial operations environment.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes(es), tooling, and assembly of the responsible vehicle system & component commodities: body exterior and interior Class A trim and badging, vehicle and battery stampings and structures (Steel and Aluminum), frames, underbody, powertrain, and electrical assembly
Experience with Tooling, Assembly, Stamping, welding, metal/plastic joining technologies, Injection Molding, Electronics Mfg., Painting, and/or Machining is desired
Functional expertise in Problem Solving, Quality systems (ex. SIM, IATF) and tools
Supply/Issue Resolution Management Experience
Proficiency in English, both written and oral when working with global teams
Flexibility to Travel

Even better, you may have:

Advanced knowledge of the electronics manufacturing process with hands-on experience
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification: Demonstrated ability to lead quality improvements initiatives, apply Six Sigma philosophies and principles (including the DMAIC Model)
Conducted Statistical Analysis and mentored other engineers
Experience mentoring internal teams of Supplier Quality Engineers
Experience Industrializing NEW Automotive Electronics Manufacturing suppliers in North America (Greenfield Sites) leading to on-time PPAP approval.
Experience in Ford's Phased PPAP and APQP Process and Deliverables
Experience using AI in problem solving cases

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:

https://fordcareers.co/GSRnon-HTHD

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.

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