Powertrain Manufacturing Test Systems Supervisor

Ford's Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) team is looking for a dynamic Test Engineering Supervisor to lead engineering teams delivering Test Equipment for next-generation ICE, Electric and Hybrid powertrain programs across North American facilities, directly supporting Ford's commitment to innovation and electric vehicle transformation.

About the Role

You'll drive program launches from concept to implementation, partnering with Manufacturing Strategy, Product Engineering, and Suppliers to ensure top-tier quality, cost, and timing. You will be instrumental in driving cross-functional collaboration, working closely with Product Engineering teams to champion Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles and ensure robust production feasibility from concept to launch. Beyond technical delivery, you'll coach and mentor your team, fostering a safe and high-performing culture. This is an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing engineering self-starter ready to shape the future of Ford's powertrain operations.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Program Delivery
  • Lead an engineering team to design, build, and implement test equipment for future model powertrain programs in North American manufacturing facilities for ICE, Electric, and Hybrid powertrains.
  • Lead and support your engineering team in planning for and meeting program delivery timing, ensuring robust and quality-driven equipment installation and readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Strategic Planning
  • Work with Manufacturing Strategy (MSAP) on cost study responses, manufacturing assessments, and implementation planning to meet investment and timing requirements.
  • Collaborate with Product Engineering to ensure Design for Manufacturing and production feasibility.
  • Partner with Purchasing and OEM Suppliers for competitive pricing, robust processes, and innovation.
• Operational Support & Issue Resolution
  • Support plant operations teams to address Quality High Hurts, obsolescence, and Critical Asset Failure Mitigation (CAFM) projects.
• Standards, Compliance & Process Governance
  • Ensure processes, facilities, equipment, and tooling are provided for new programs in accordance with published Powertrain Standards, Strategies, Bill of Process (BOP), Procedures and Guidelines, and Global Product Development System (GPDS) requirements.
  • Develop, maintain, and continuously improve Powertrain BoP Standards.
• Engineering Excellence & Quality Systems
  • Drive Simultaneous Engineering activities, cost studies, and investment efficiency activities to meet targets.
  • Deliver Quality Operating System (QOS) requirements through Failure Mode Avoidance, Dynamic Control Planning, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (e.g., FMA, DCP, FMEAs, SCCAF).
• Automation & Continuous Improvement
  • Utilize Lessons Learned / Continuous Improvement Process.
  • Provide plant assistance for ongoing Kaizen events and extraordinary quality/downtime challenges.
• People Management & Talent Development
  • Perform supervisory duties (objectives, check-ins, performance reviews, travel requests, timecard approvals, compensation planning) for all personnel assigned.
  • Assess employee competencies and support Individual Development Plans; support employee growth through training classes and development assignments.
  • Direct, mentor, and develop your team in their personal and professional growth, providing actionable feedback and recognizing achievements, ensuring a safe and continuous learning environment.

Requirements

• Education & Technical Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering.
  • Strong analytical capability, with a data-driven mindset/decision-making.
  • 5 years of manufacturing experience in Assembly & Test process engineering and New Programs / Launches (Transmission, Power Unit, eMotor, Axle).
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills
  • Demonstrate leadership in Ford OS Behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills.
  • Must be a self-starter and self-directed.
• Adaptability & Organizational Effectiveness
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to remain resilient in times of ambiguity and change.
• Work Flexibility & Mobility
  • Flexible work locations with ability to travel within the US, Canada, and Mexico based on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical & Functional Experience
  • Experience in Powertrain Test Engineering or Controls Engineering.
  • Experience with various test processes (leak test, in-process test, EOL Final Test, etc.).
  • Experience participating in or contributing to process improvement, standardization, or organizational change initiatives.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Proven ability to lead diverse, high-functioning teams.
  • Servant leadership mentality.
  • Proven ability to build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, such as plant teams, engineering peers, and global functional teams.
• Results & Problem-Solving Orientation
  • Proven record of customer-focused work and results.
  • Proven ability to identify, analyze assembly issues, and develop solutions within a high-functioning team (strong problem-solving skills).
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Mindset
  • Foundational understanding of FPS (Ford Production System) or equivalent Lean Operating Systems, with a desire to further develop these skills.

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!

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.

Pay

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $115,500-$218,100. 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.