Engineering Resident

Ford of Canada’s operations include a national headquarters, three vehicle assembly and engine manufacturing plants, three parts distribution centres, and three Connectivity and Innovation centers. Ford employs approximately 6,500 people in Canada, while an additional 20,000 people are employed in the approximately 430 Ford and Ford-Lincoln dealerships across the country. For more information on Ford Careers, please visit www.careers.ford.com.

At Ford of Canada, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing, and selling high-quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community, and the world in which we live. We don’t just build vehicles; we craft the essential tools that empower businesses and individuals across the globe.
Ford was built on the belief that freedom of movement drives human progress. As we look to the future and the changing needs of society, we are committed to becoming the world’s most trusted mobility company – delivering smart vehicles for a smart world. Join our team as we create tomorrow! We believe in putting people first, working together, and facing challenges head-on. Join us at the Windsor Engine Plant/Essex Engine Plant in creating vehicles that keep the world moving and forge a career defined by meaningful impact and innovation.

In this position... 

Engine plant assistant resident engineers are part of Ford Motor Company’s Internal Combustion Engine Propulsion and Thermal Systems Engineering (IPTSE) organization. Engine plant assistant resident engineers are responsible for working with the manufacturing teams to identify, contain and resolve ongoing quality issues. Assistant residents are also responsible for engine component and system launches in the plant. Engine assistant plant residents will work closely with the propulsion design teams, calibration, plant vehicle teams and core quality.

This position reports to the resident engineer and is on-site at Essex Engine Plant (EEP).  EEP is located in Ontario, Canada and produces the 5.0L and 7.3L V8 engines. 

What you'll do...

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

• Participate in the Variability Reduction Team with Manufacturing to address quality issues identified during the low-time-in-service period after product launch.
• Use leading and lagging indicator data to prioritize ongoing and emerging design- and production-related issues at the engine plant.
• Define and investigate issues and trends by vehicle line, time in service, operating conditions, location, and other relevant factors.
• Lead or support cross-functional teams through root-cause analysis, corrective action, and actions to prevent recurrence.
• Assess whether preventive actions should be applied at other engine plants by coordinating with plant residents, and implement them where appropriate.
• Represent Product Development during plant containment actions, including quality holds and stop-ship actions.
• Partner with functional quality personnel to lead discussions about emerging and ongoing issues in propulsion including engines, induction, and exhaust as well as fuel and thermal systems.
• Lead or attend working-level quality meetings, and participate as needed in leadership manufacturing and product quality reviews, including Plant Quality Reviews, Functional Quality Reviews, and Director Quality Reviews. Support safety and regulatory reviews as required.
• Develop and execute the Product Validation plan with Plant Launch and Quality Managers. Manage launch-specific alerts and support resolution of launch issues.
• Support the Concern process by ensuring proposed changes are feasible, account for plant costs, and have plant concurrence. Review, investigate, and authorize Supplier Requests for Engineering Approval.
• Support the engine plant’s Management of Change process and conduct trials as needed.
  Review and sign annual ES records, repair procedures, and DCP.
• Coordinate IP and Conformity of Production engine testing, and learn, follow, and communicate Powertrain Procedures.

You'll have... 

Education: Bachelor in engineering.

Experience: 

• 7+ years' professional engineering experience across technical and cross-functional environments.

• 2+ years of experience in engine Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing or Systems Engineering.

Even better, you may have...

Education: Bachelor in engineering, Mechanical/ Industrial Preferred.

Experience:

• Six Sigma Green belt/ Black Belt preferred.

• Excellent problem solving skills with solid understanding of problem solving methodologies.

• Proven leadership and presentation skills.

• Proficient in  written and spoken English.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

The expected annual salary range for this Ford of Canada position is $87,000.00 - $137,000.00 and individuals may be eligible to participate in our Annual Compensation bonus program.
We thank all candidates for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required.
Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, does not sponsor work permit applications.

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