Controls Electrical Engineer, BlueOval Battery Park Michigan

About the role

At Ford, you’ll work on ideas that matter, alongside passionate people who want to make a global impact. Together, we’re shaping the next era of transportation—grounded in purpose, driven by progress. Make your move.

Job Type: Full time
Work Type: On-site

What you’ll do...

• Optimize & Innovate: Provide technical expertise to optimize highly automated manufacturing equipment and processes through visual systems, automation, and advanced levels of process control.
• PLC/HMI Programming: Program, modify, and troubleshoot machinery utilizing Siemens (SP700), Omron, or other PLC programming software and HMI screens.
• Systems Integration: Manage the interaction between servo systems, frequency conversion systems, and upper-level computers; configure parameters appropriately for varying production loads.
• Robotics & Automation: Support and troubleshoot robotic systems (such as Fanuc), including robot programming and integration with other automation systems.
• Problem Solving: Lead fault analysis and root cause identification for complex automation issues to prevent recurrence; identify and rectify electrical component faults.
• Continuous Improvement: Use Andon data to prioritize efforts to achieve 100% flow; lead Six Sigma project teams focused on efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Technical Liaison: Act as a liaison with IT on IT/Controls interface issues and work with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure efficient installation and validation of new equipment.
• Maintenance Support: Establish preventive maintenance plans for the equipment, electrical/controls aspects, and mentor/train technicians to enhance the team’s overall competence.
• Standards & Safety: Ensure adherence to the Ford Production System (FPS) and Safety Operating System practices to achieve zero injuries.
• Life Cycle Management: Support feasibility on product design changes and lead modifications, model code updates, and program backups for automation.

Candidates must possess

• Full flexibility and a readiness to consistently work across all established standard, operating, and rotational shift schedules, encompassing day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Automation, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive or battery cell manufacturing preferred).
• Proficiency with PLC Logic (Siemens/Allen-Bradley), HMI, VFD, and networking/communication protocols (Ethernet, Profinet, etc.).
• Fundamental working knowledge of industrial electronics, controls circuit design, and machine safety standards.
• Experience with 2D & 3D vision systems for robot guidance, metrology, and identification.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant Controls Engineering experience.
• Familiarity with Data Collection, AI/ML, IIOT, and Digital Twins.
• Prior experience with Fanuc, ABB, or Universal robots.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and FMEAs.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, C, and RSLOGIX.

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.

Salary Range

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: https://fordcareers.co/GSR

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.