Industrial Controls Engineer

Ford - Glendale, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Glendale, KY

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Industrial Controls Engineer position at Ford Motor Company offers an opportunity to lead the electrification journey within the Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME) organization. This role involves overseeing the development and implementation of industrial control systems, ensuring compliance with safety and functionality standards, and collaborating with various teams to achieve project milestones effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead Industrial Controls systems development, migration to Ford based solutions and verification for BOSK programs
• Lead development key Controls standards for BOSK programs
• Lead Cyber Security programs and application for BOSK programs
• Estimate, plan and deliver electrical infrastructure for BME BOSK programs
• Identify Controls Best Practice; launch Enablers, Training, and Change Control, etc.
• Support ETC Subcommittee member, as required
• Liaison with IT on IT / Controls interface issues
• Drawing Approval, Hydraulic, Pneumatic, Electrical
• Approve requests for deviations/waivers from OEM's and Plant
• Monitor use of Structured software specification, organize training for OEM's where required
• Issue resolution during machine build and Installation
• Support fresh eyes on other current programs
• Troubleshoot and resolve production-related downtime (i.e. PLC programs, HMI Screens, etc.)
• Emphasis on delivery and continuous improvement of safety, quality, and productivity
• Interface with Automation Suppliers to manage program deliverables
• Run-off equipment per JV Partner/Ford specifications at supplier and plant to validate capability and robustness including safety
• Ensure production systems meet objectives through R&M, Process Design and FMEAs
• Work with plant personnel with appropriate timing and installation documentation, to ensure efficient/timely installation and validation
• Use Lessons Learned to develop program studies and improve standard Bill of Processes

Requirements

• BS in Engineering
• Five years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD)
• Controls Experience Required, FAST programming knowledge preferred
• Experience in Controls Software, Cyber Security and Standards
• Exposure to multiple controls architectures preferred (Siemens, Mitsubishi, etc.)
• Self-starting (learner and growth mindset), self-directed with extremely good influential, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Strong manufacturing background with heavy emphasis on production related controls experience
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a dynamic JV working environment, working with international JV Partner and diverse team
• Flexibility in work location, ability to travel, work overtime and holidays when required

Nice-to-haves

• Project Management experience
• Automation design knowledge/experience ASRS Systems, part and process tracking systems (FIS or related), etc.

Benefits

• 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 and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, 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.