Program Leader - Powertrain Delivery

Sterling Heights, MI, United States (Hybrid) Job Description We are seeking motivated professionals with a passion for excellence in Manufacturing, Problem Solving, and driving robustness into the APD/PTME Engineering factory. This position reports to the APD/PTME Delivery team Program Manager as a Delivery Program Leader. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of PTME program deliverables and will be leading PTME launch teams through all phases of Manufacturing Program Delivery from the early cost study phase through rate of climb (ROC). This position aligns with Ford OS Behaviors of Excellence, Focus & Collaboration. You will work in a cross‑functional, technology driven environment and be given opportunities to demonstrate your leadership and communication skills while developing your Ford Leadership Behaviors. Responsibilities Lead new program teams provide Program Engineering deliverables from Program Strategy Program Strategy Confirmed through completion of Rate of Climb (ROC), by working with all engineering groups within Powertrain Delivery (APD)/Manufacturing Engineering (PTME)/ Battery Manufacturing Engineering (BME), as well as Manufacturing Strategy & Advanced Planning (MSAP), Ford Land, Industrial Engineering, Product Engineering, Supplier Technical Assistance, Powertrain Plants and Purchasing. Lead site-based engineers throughout the delivery of equipment to production readiness. Establish and track timing of commodity team deliverables to meet program milestones (Balkan, OPIC, MIDAS). Ensure weekly New Model program safety walks are conducted from the beginning of facility activities through the commissioning phase of all new model process and process support equipment. (Safety walks can be led by the Delivery Program Leader or a site-based delegate). Identify and coordinate program resource requirements both Ford Internal & External. Participate in new program studies with MSAP from through Program Approval in conjunction with PD and Powertrain Strategy Business Office (PSBO). Participate in studies pre, as required. Program Leader is also responsible to input costs specifically for Delivery activities and coordinate the input of funds from other groups. Prepare Program Review, Executive Program Business Review (PBR), material and deliver PTME related content at these reviews per the Program Management procedure. Attend Transmission/Engine/Axle Product Management Teams (TPMT/EPMT) meetings as the primary manufacturing interface for PTME/BME to ensure Component Product Management Team (CPMT) process is functioning properly to achieve objectives. Lead resolution of major manufacturing program issues, change control and achievement of program objectives with other organizations (i.e. Product Development, Finance, Planning, STA, etc.), OEM's and External Purchase suppliers. Develop and implement standard detailed program timing management tool that supports needs of lead process engineers with roll up capability to support program management. Coordinate manufacturing input into program tracking tools (e.g., LQOS Charts, Program MS Project Timing File, Global 15 panel/10 Panel/MR, Major Program Status & Issues, Integrator, Indicated Cost, PBR / EPBR, etc.). Drive the completion of all phases of MIDAS machine approvals from the relevant engineers, support teams and plant operations. Incorporate continuous improvements utilizing PTME Continuous Improvement / Lessons Learned, Deviation and Decision Record Process. Travel to Powertrain Manufacturing Plants will be required. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or in similar field (Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience. 7-10 Years Experience in high volume production or manufacturing environment. Manufacturing Engineering with plant floor experience required. Project Or Program Management / Coordination / Communication Experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and PowerPoint. Strong presentation skills with experience creating and delivering presentations. Experience supporting program launches, leading teams throughout launch phases. Work Requirements Manufacturing floor related/Manufacturing plant based. Sterling Heights, MI based and travel required to plant site. 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. 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. 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 click.appcast.io. 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. About Us At Ford Motor Company, we believe freedom of movement drives human progress. With our incredible plans for the future of mobility, we have a wide variety of opportunities for you to accelerate your career and help us define tomorrow’s transportation. About the Team We build world‑class vehicles in our plants around the world, constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. It’s our people who really make the difference. We encourage all of our employees to think outside the box to help us find better and more efficient ways to manufacture our vehicles. Job Info Job Identification 66077 Job Category Manufacturing Posting Date 06/29/2026, 08:32 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Job Schedule Full time Locations 39000 Mound Rd, Sterling Heights, MI, 48310, US (Hybrid) #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford