Manufacturing Engineer-Crankshaft (Casting & Forging)

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.In this position... This position provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to PTME and delivering New Model Powertrain Programs. The PTME organization’s belief is ONE Manufacturing – Best in the World – The industry benchmark for Manufacturing with an aspiration to deliver Lean, Flexible and Competitive Manufacturing Systems for Production of Propulsion Technologies that Power our Winning Portfolio Globally. We are seeking a passionate, purposeful and customer centric leader to join our team as a Casting and Forging Manufacturing Process Engineer. You'll have...Bachelors in Mechanical/Materials/Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent field of studies, preferably M.S.E. in Mechanical/Materials/Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent.Min of 5 years exp in Manufacturing preferably in casting and forging.Demonstrated experience in detailed statistical analysis and problem-solving techniques, including development of new tools to aid in analysis and resolution of part and process deficiencies and realization of opportunitiesDemonstrated experience in manufacturing/process engineering and program management for product and facilities programsStrong working knowledge of crankshaft forging processes, rough part design, and forging die design, including diagnosis and linking of process driven issues through analysis of rough part and machining line concernsKnowledgeable of worldwide research and technology development activities for crankshaft forgingKnowledge of PolyWorks software is a plusYou 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 5-8 and ranges from $63,480-162,120.., 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: 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 View phone number on us.fitly.work.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#LI-PS2 What you'll do...Lead the development of in-house forging rough part design, and part fill, die pressure, and failure mode simulation, including the complete understanding of all key process variables for forging crankshaftsLead development of advanced processes for forging rough part design, including optimization of PD designed final machined parts for manufacturability in forging and machining plantsUtilize the CR / IR process and drive implementation through the BOP teams, including updating the MDS, for quality and investment efficiency opportunitiesCollaborate with Machining and PD TE's on improvement of crankshaft near net shape design, material distribution, and balance optimization to maximize investment efficiency and manufacturing flexibilityWork with PD to understand what new manufacturing technologies are required to meet product requirementsCollaboratively work with internal/external development partners. Leverage technology development efforts with internal (NDE, AMDO) and external (suppliers, research labs) partners.Keep current with competitive benchmarking and global forging technologiesMentor crankshaft manufacturing and design engineers in part design, analysis, and optimization (both casting and forging)Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-11