Manufacturing Engineer-Heat Treatment

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In this position...

We are looking for a Process Engineer to work on the specification, acquisition, qualification, and implementation of manufacturing machines, tools, and processes, with a focus on heat treatment and metallurgy (carburizing, induction hardening, shot peening, and laser welding) applied to gears and transmission/axle components. This professional will be responsible for leading, end-to-end, the equipment acquisition, installation, and start-up cycle, as well as ensuring manufacturing feasibility, process robustness, and adherence to program cost, quality, and timing targets.

Manufacturing Engineer - Metallurgy / Heat Treatment

What you'll do...

Metallurgical and Heat Treatment Processes

• Lead/support the specification and acquisition of equipment, alloys, carts, automation, and related components for metallurgical processing (carburizing, induction hardening, shot peening, and laser welding).
• Qualify machines, tools, and processes using FORD tools and statistical methods, among others, implementing equipment within Powertrain plant manufacturing systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, implementation of lessons learned, and development of new technologies, materials, and methods related to heat treatment and related processes.
• Apply knowledge of complex technical drawing interpretation (print reading).
• Lead, end-to-end, the equipment acquisition process: technical specification (RFQ / SOW), requirements gathering, supplier evaluation and selection, and issuance of purchase requisitions.
• Conduct the purchasing process in partnership with the Purchasing department, ensuring adherence to sourcing strategies and internal quality and engineering requirements.
• Own the complete equipment delivery lifecycle: design development and approval, virtual simulations, runoff and supplier approval, shipping, installation through final anchoring, commissioning, capability studies, and start-up (power-on) at production plants, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Manage contracts with suppliers, integrators, and service providers, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, deadlines, and safety requirements.
• Take full financial ownership of the project: prepare cost estimates, control the project checkbook and authorized budgets for installations and tooling, track PO authorizations and future commitments, and document all equipment acquisition expenses.
• Develop and manage timing plans, identify deviations, and lead recovery actions when necessary.
• Ensure complete supplier documentation (manuals, installation drawings, spare parts lists, preventive maintenance plans, among others).
• Produce process documentation, including flowcharts, process illustrations, PFMEA, DCP, process sheets, visual aids, gauging instructions, and control charts, among others.
• Apply failure prevention tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, SCCAF, Error Proofing) to mitigate risks in new programs/equipment.
• Develop and implement standardized engineering solutions for equipment, with responsibility for ergonomics, safety, productivity, and process compliance.
• Document the results of engineering studies, development tests, and process improvement projects, contributing to organizational standards and lessons learned.
• Participate in the development of operational strategies such as plant layout, machine spare parts, visual factory, and scrap identification/evaluation/disposal, aiming to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Act as the main interface between engineering teams, suppliers (OEMs), plants, maintenance, and other internal areas (purchasing, quality, safety, facilities).
• Work in cross-functional teams to achieve program cost, quality, and timing targets, together with the product design team to ensure manufacturing feasibility and process robustness.
• Lead the resolution of technical and program issues, escalating to leadership when there is a significant impact on cost, timing, equipment availability, or scope.
• Coordinate labor planning, ensuring the availability of skilled labor when required for installation.
• Prepare and present status reports, program review presentations, and executive presentations to senior leadership.
• Lead/participate in project follow-up meetings, clearly and objectively reporting risks, opportunities, and task completion status, including cost, timing, and quality indicators.

What you'll do...

Metallurgical and Heat Treatment Processes

• Lead/support the specification and acquisition of equipment, alloys, carts, automation, and related components for metallurgical processing (carburizing, induction hardening, shot peening, and laser welding).
• Qualify machines, tools, and processes using FORD tools and statistical methods, among others, implementing equipment within Powertrain plant manufacturing systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, implementation of lessons learned, and development of new technologies, materials, and methods related to heat treatment and related processes.
• Apply knowledge of complex technical drawing interpretation (print reading).
• Lead, end-to-end, the equipment acquisition process: technical specification (RFQ / SOW), requirements gathering, supplier evaluation and selection, and issuance of purchase requisitions.
• Conduct the purchasing process in partnership with the Purchasing department, ensuring adherence to sourcing strategies and internal quality and engineering requirements.
• Own the complete equipment delivery lifecycle: design development and approval, virtual simulations, runoff and supplier approval, shipping, installation through final anchoring, commissioning, capability studies, and start-up (power-on) at production plants, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Manage contracts with suppliers, integrators, and service providers, ensuring adherence to technical specifications, deadlines, and safety requirements.
• Take full financial ownership of the project: prepare cost estimates, control the project checkbook and authorized budgets for installations and tooling, track PO authorizations and future commitments, and document all equipment acquisition expenses.
• Develop and manage timing plans, identify deviations, and lead recovery actions when necessary.
• Ensure complete supplier documentation (manuals, installation drawings, spare parts lists, preventive maintenance plans, among others).
• Produce process documentation, including flowcharts, process illustrations, PFMEA, DCP, process sheets, visual aids, gauging instructions, and control charts, among others.
• Apply failure prevention tools (PFMEA, Control Plan, SCCAF, Error Proofing) to mitigate risks in new programs/equipment.
• Develop and implement standardized engineering solutions for equipment, with responsibility for ergonomics, safety, productivity, and process compliance.
• Document the results of engineering studies, development tests, and process improvement projects, contributing to organizational standards and lessons learned.
• Participate in the development of operational strategies such as plant layout, machine spare parts, visual factory, and scrap identification/evaluation/disposal, aiming to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Act as the main interface between engineering teams, suppliers (OEMs), plants, maintenance, and other internal areas (purchasing, quality, safety, facilities).
• Work in cross-functional teams to achieve program cost, quality, and timing targets, together with the product design team to ensure manufacturing feasibility and process robustness.
• Lead the resolution of technical and program issues, escalating to leadership when there is a significant impact on cost, timing, equipment availability, or scope.
• Coordinate labor planning, ensuring the availability of skilled labor when required for installation.
• Prepare and present status reports, program review presentations, and executive presentations to senior leadership.
• Lead/participate in project follow-up meetings, clearly and objectively reporting risks, opportunities, and task completion status, including cost, timing, and quality indicators.