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Manufacturing Engineer - Robotics At Ford Motor Company, we are not just building vehicles; we are building a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Robotics Engineer for our Ford Casting Manufacturing group, to lead design, implementation, operation, and troubleshoot advanced robotic automation systems for material handling production lines in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will combine strong first principles fundamentals with hands-on automation expertise to deliver reliable automated systems that improve manufacturing performance.

They will be comfortable designing new automation solutions and drive through implementation, as well as troubleshooting complex robotic equipment for material handling lines, collaborating across multiple engineering disciplines, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment to improve safety, quality, productivity and equipment reliability. Core Responsibilities: Develop 3D simulations of robotic work cells with Siemens Process simulate to validate fixturing, tooling and equipment integration and accurate systems kinematics. Design, program and validate robotics equipment such as robot tracks and end of arm tools, dresspacks, including offline robot paths, reach studies, cycle time optimization and interfacing with other systems.

Use simulation data to define production line layouts, ergonomics, safety and equipment reliability. Drive virtual commissioning efforts to reduce prototyping activities as well as accelerating equipment readiness during commissioning. Travel up to 60% domestic to support installation, commissioning and troubleshooting of casting and machining production lines, including x-ray and 3D scan cells.

Drive automation equipment procurement, vendor management and equipment improvements. Ensure compliance with safety standards, machine guarding requirements, and automotive manufacturing specifications. Create and maintain engineering documentation, including equipment specifications, tooling drawings, operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and maintenance documentation.

Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (Or equivalent experience) Experience: 6+ years of manufacturing experience, designing and launching material handling production lines, including end of arm tools, dresspacks, fixtures and robot track units. Advanced skills in robotics cell design, Roboguide, Siemens NX and Process simulate, as well as Team Center for data management. Advanced understanding of pneumatics/p&ids, hydraulic drawings and electrical schematics.

Experience in Fanuc robot simulations, virtual validation and root cause troubleshooting. Strong leadership and problem solving skills with a focus on efficiency and simplification. Strong background in manufacturing safety and ergonomic standards for automated production lines.

Preferred Qualifications: Ability to lead technical teams during equipment design and commissioning phase, breakdown situations and communicate effectively. 3+ years of experience in high pressure die casting environment. Knowledge of vision systems, electrical components, industrial networks.

Siemens NX 3D modeling and E-plan skills are a plus. 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. 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, 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. This position is a salary grade 6-8 and ranges from $74,300-$166,200. 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. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #GME #LI-GR1 .