Working with strong team of battery cell technology partners we are building brand-new mega manufacturing facilities and will leverage Ford's 100+years of automobile manufacturing expertise and will be among the largest cell manufacturing campuses in U.S. Like the iconic Rouge complex in Michigan did a century earlier. Develop manufacturing process: lead, engineer line layouts and Implement the Battery Manufacturing processes and launch manufacturing facilities. Processes specific to electrode (mixing, coat, press, slit). Work closely with OEM's in the design of manufacturing equipment, process and tooling Collaborate with automation and other technology partners to develop competitive solutions for productivity Understand and own ROI. Deliver a Control plan per the quality strategy. Develop Assembly system solutions including workstation requirements (work content, automated versus manual, buffering strategy, redundancy requirements, etc.) Manage schedule and budget. Support plant operations to achieve System performance objectives OEE, Cycle time / JPH et all Enable successful process and system transition to plant operations. Provide relevant process documentation (drawings, PM plans, spare parts, training manuals etc Provide plant assistance to support launch requests and extraordinary needs w/existing cell suppliers. Established and active employee resource groups Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive or Chemical) 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or project management, specifically leading the implementation and launch of new production lines. Proven understanding of fundamental manufacturing principles, including process flow, line balancing, cycle time analysis, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Practical experience in developing and applying quality methodologies such as Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans. Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software for layout and workstation design, coupled with strong project management skills including budget, schedule, and cross-functional team leadership. Travel and mobility with short term relocation / ability to work remote is key. Master's degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive or Chemical) 5+ yers of experience in manufacturing engineering or project management Direct experience in Battery (Cell or Module) manufacturing processes, particularly electrode manufacturing, or significant experience within the automotive sector. Strong background in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), advanced automation, robotics, and manufacturing simulation tools. Demonstrated experience in defining and executing equipment acceptance criteria (e.g., FAT/SAT), along with a deep understanding of mechanical design principles including tolerance stack-up. Proven ability to lead large-scale capital projects and conduct Return on Investment (ROI) analyses for manufacturing technology and process improvements.
