Manufacturing Engineer – Mechanical We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world - together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 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 tomorrow’s transportation. As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles the world expects from us. Within our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. That means we’re continually seeking diligent, determined performers who think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles You'll have... • Bachelor’s degree or a combination of equivalent experience and education • 3+ years' Automotive Manufacturing Engineering experience• • 3+ years' experience w/tooling, processes, and facilities3+ years' CAD experience Even better, you may have... • Bachelor’s degree in engineering • Solid understanding of statistics (control charts, data collecting, etc.) • Knowledge in one or more of the following Ford software systems: AVBOM, WERS, GSPAS/APT, Teamcenter, AIM, CPARS • Water test, End of Line • Error proofing experience • Demonstrated product launch experience and issue resolution capability. • Strong Problem-solving skills • Ability to work well with cross functional teams to develop consensus. • Proven experience in manufacturing, including CAD design and tooling design. • Previous project management experience. • Prototype design and development experience. • Experience working with Tier 1OEM Suppliers and partners • Manufacturing experience in general or final assembly 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 DayPaid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 1. For more information on salary and benefits, click here : This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 . 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. #LI-Onsite #LI-JS1 What you'll do... We’re seeking a diligent, detail-driven professional to provide vital expertise in support of our manufacturing process engineering activities. We’re looking to optimize our efforts in safety, quality, and productivity. This involves applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to advance continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and products. You will: • Provide manufacturing engineering leadership throughout a new model development program through Ok to Buy + 45 days. • Implementation of new/modified tooling and facilities based on product and process changes. • Lead manufacturing assembly builds (DCV, TT, PP, MP1 and MP2) in Canada, Mexico & US assembly plants. • Identify and drive resolution of manufacturing related issues. • Collaborate with multi-functional (PD, STA, MP&L, NMP, MTDC, etc.) activities. • Write/modify/maintain process sheets as required post Final Design Judgement. Write tooling design/build/installation scopes of work. • Lead assembly tooling installation, start-up, and commissioning at the assembly site. In addition, support tooling buy-off @ vendor facility. • * Drive quality, cost, and labor improvements • Develop plant layouts and drive Cycle Line Layouts. • Lead/Manage key areas of VME for the upfront feasibility process for programs between TMR and PSC phases of GPDS • Prepare and lead management presentations through Ok to Buy. • Support coordination of Program Cost Study responses and work with cross functional teams within the organization to ensure aligned results • Support resolution of Major Architecture and High Investment Plant High Hurts to help mitigate Launch risks in Forward Model Development • Document and present Lessons Learned to core to either create or update Mfg. standards • Extended travel to assembly plants in US, Canada, and/or Mexico required
See More Details >>Job Description: General Summary: The Mechanical Engineer will provide, revise or extend mechanical systems for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial or institutional structures as requested by the client. The Mechanical Engineer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes. Essential Job Functions: • Review and/or establish project scope, mechanical budget, necessary constraints and design approach with project manager and/or client • Proper communication skills to be involved in design team / owner meetings and communicate directly with the owner and / or owner’s representative • Prepare feasibility studies and project cost estimates • Maintain working knowledge of latest building codes and standards used in the industry • Formulate and lead design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection • Perform and/or review calculations and building energy models; formulate design of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection • Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) and/or Bentley CAD software (2D and 3D applications) or manually with support from more junior staff • Edit or draft project specifications • Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site • Review drawings for omissions, errors, interferences, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes • Review product submittals for design content, specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance • Maintain organized project files containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc. • Prepare project file updates, transmittals, letters, reports, requests for reproduction services • Assist with checking, standards review, and maintenance of master specifications • Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards individually and/or for less experienced staff • Develop and mentor less experienced staff • Performs related duties as assigned Employment Qualifications: Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or other related field required • Professional Registration • LEED accredited professional preferred Experience: • 10+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering (HVAC/building systems) Skills/Competencies: • Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700 or other building energy calculation software, and Bluebeam • Knowledge in ProjectWise BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus • Excellent written and verbal communication • Strong attention to detail Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work , Crain’s Cool Place to Work , and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects . Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now! Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways: Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. By email at hr@ghafari.com If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance. It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.
See More Details >>Job Description General Summary: The Mechanical Designer, with some supervision from the Manager of Mechanical Engineering, will provide or extend mechanical systems design for new construction and/or renovation of industrial, commercial and institutional facilities as requested by the client. The Mechanical Designer will develop construction drawings and specifications which address the installation, integration, interconnection and control of mechanical components within the standard building codes and will work independently on smaller, less complex projects. Essential Job Functions • With assistance, perform calculations, formulate design and layout of mechanical systems including HVAC, piping, plumbing, and fire protection • Create engineering documents using computer aided design (CAD) technology utilizing Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD) or manually with support from more junior staff • With assistance, edit or draft project specifications • Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site • Review drawings for omissions, errors, overall quality, content accuracy, compliance with standards and codes • Review product submittals for design content (shop drawings), specify action to be taken to reach specification compliance • Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc. • With assistance, select and source equipment • Coordinate project with other disciplines • Communicate scope changes to department manager and Project Manager • Perform other duties as assigned Employment Qualifications Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related field preferred • LEED accredited professional preferred Experience • 3+ years of related experience in mechanical engineering field, HVAC/building systems (Master's degree, research work and/or internships may count towards the years of experience) Skills/Competencies • Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace 700, and Bluebeam • Knowledge in BIM360 and Carrier HAP a bonus • Excellent written and verbal communication • Strong attention to detail Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects. Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now! Ghafari Associates, LLC Is An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer And Is Committed To Providing Reasonable Accommodations To Individuals With Disabilities In The Employment Application Process. If You Need An Accommodation Due To a Disability In Order To Use Our Online System To Apply For a Position At Ghafari Associates, LLC, You May Apply For Positions In The Following Ways Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. By email at hr@ghafari.com If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance. It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Dearborn, MI typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships generally last three to four years, demanding extensive training under certified professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 169,730 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a projected job growth of 11% from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Dearborn earn an average of $1,597.20 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $182,750 annually. Vocational schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with strong earning potential.
