Job Description

At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. We also believe in providing you with the freedom to define and realize your dreams. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career potential as you help us define tomorrows transportation.

What youll be able to do:

* Develop lite testing cost estimates for introduction of connectivity features into plant production for Job1 and added starters.
* Develop financial planning estimates for Over-the-Air introduction of software at the plant and surrounding areas as well as in dealerships for pre-sale software updates.
* Lead discussions with vehicle program teams and plant managers for EQI funding allocations for added starter introductions.
* Assess plant change-over points for post Job1 introduction of features for each plant by MY/Program and incorporate into overall plans.
* Partner across multiple vehicle programs through coordination with cross-functional teams in Product Development, Vehicle Operations, IT, Sales and Service and Ford Partners.
* Partner with Vehicle Programs, Component Design & Release Engineers, Product Owners / Managers, Program Managers and Functional Leads on release scope, timing requirements and constraints for connected feature rollout.
* Actively manage cross-functional program teams thru regular meetings, agenda and status reports. Communicate program status, issues and risks to respective program stakeholders.

The minimum requirements we seek:

* Bachelor of Engineering, Science, Technology, or Mathematics
* 5+ years working in manufacturing and strong foundation on plant operations.
* 3+ years of experience dealing with Vehicle Line Directors, Chief Nameplate Engineers and Launch Managers to develop quality budgets.
* 3+ years of experience in product development and business case development.

Our preferred requirements:

* Masters degree in engineering or finance required. MBA preferred
* Strong communications skills with the ability to effectively liaison between multiple cross functional managers.
* Thorough understanding of GPDS methodologies for engineering design and development
* Strong analytical and interpersonal skills; team oriented; Self-starter and highly motivated; Uses sound business judgment and exhibits leadership qualities.
* Strong written and oral skills - able to clearly convey complex blends of business and technical matters to a range of audiences.
* Creative in quickly developing approaches to problems and recommending actions to management, including implementation of suggested recommendations.

What youll receive in return:
As part of the Ford family, youll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. Youll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, wed love to have you join us.

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. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. 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.

For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit: https://corporate.ford.com/content/dam/corporate/us/en-us/documents/careers/2021-benefits-and-comp-GSR-sal-plan-1.pdf