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Ford Motor Company Unicasting Tooling Engineer in Dearborn, Michigan
In this role, the Unicasting Tooling Engineer will define and deliver next-generation Unicasting high pressure die casting dies in support of future-model vehicle programs. Successful candidates will have a proven record of working with cross functional teams in the development and implementation of dies for large structural aluminum high pressure die castings.
The Unicasting Tooling Engineer will be responsible for defining and implementing the die cast tooling, from early program planning through program launch. In this role, the tooling engineer will have responsibility for the tooling construction and input into the product design, process development, and bill of process for Unicastings. This process is a new to Ford manufacturing process and must combine both technical and leadership capabilities to drive success. Ideal candidates must navigate and drive change in a complex internal environment, challenging the status quo as we define an all-new way of manufacturing vehicles.
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Work within a cross-functional manufacturing team towards development and execution of Unicasting tooling manufacturing from early concept through program launch.
Advanced knowledge of high pressure die casting tooling manufacturing processes with hands-on experience.
Leverage expertise from internal and external workgroups to drive strategy, resolve challenges, and deliver results.
Utilize knowledge of quality processes and systems to meet stringent industry and customer requirements.
Drive “Voice of Manufacturing” throughout product development lifecycle to ensure robust, feasible, and manufacturable casting tooling designs.
Define and launch formal standards for high pressure die cast tooling.
Lead scope-of-work development and competitive bidding exercises for Unicasting dies.
Drive continuous benchmarking of best-in-world practices for HPDC applications and utilize findings to improve Ford strategy.
Work within a manufacturing engineering team to execute tooling design reviews, risk mitigation, commissioning processes, and launch handoff with a Ford manufacturing facility.
Deliver on-time and on-budget launch for upcoming Unicasting programs.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Science/Engineering; MBA/MS preferred - Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical or Metallurgy/Materials Science.
5+ years prior experience with high pressure die cast tooling, preferably for structural applications.
Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
Working level knowledge of high pressure die casting, post processing, and die development processes.
Experience with the design and construction of large high pressure die cast tooling and trim tooling.
Knowledge of the maintainability of high pressure die cast dies and trim die tooling.
Knowledge of tool steel alloys, heat treatment and coatings used for die cast and trim tools for structural aluminum castings.
Experience with the design and development of conformally cooled inserts and other die cooling strategies.
Understanding of MagmaSoft or other casting simulation software results.
Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, how to read drawings and interpret dimensional data.
Experience with 3D modelling using CATIA, NX or similar software.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to present, persuade, and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
Highly motivated self-starter capable of driving change and influencing engineering decisions, with or without authority.
Experience performing casting manufacturing feasibility assessments.
Foundry operational experience in casting manufacturing processes and tooling maintenance and/or construction.
Proven track record of delivering major product launches in an automotive manufacturing facility.
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.
Travel may be required from 25% - up to 80% of time.
The lower end means working from home base (Dearborn) with minimum travel to Supplier/Vendors, Test facilities or out of state (of Michigan) Plants/Suppliers.
The higher end of travel means supporting implementation/launch teams on site at the out of state (of Michigan) Plants/Suppliers. This could require traveling from 3 months up to 1 ½ years working on-site at a Plant. Per HR guidelines, when supporting out of state you are allowed to travel home every other weekend.
The ability to travel daily to Livonia, MI for the remainder of '24 and 50% in Lousiville, KY (targeting by June '25).
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!
What you'll receive in return:
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 of 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 child care 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.
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Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
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