Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Quality Engineer

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities, and our families. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.In the Quality department, our mission is simple yet vital: Quality Comes First. As we transition into an era of advanced electrification, software-defined vehicles, and cutting-edge mobility, our quality engineers are at the forefront of ensuring our customers experience world-class reliability and safety.In this position... As the Electrical Distribution System (EDS) Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our vehicles’ low-voltage and high-voltage Electrical Distribution Systems meet rigorous design requirements, engineering specifications, and—most importantly—the high expectations of our customers.This is a highly collaborative, cross-functional role. You will partner with diverse engineering teams, program management, and global suppliers, leveraging standardized Ford processes and industry-leading quality tools to drive product excellence from concept through production.You'll have... Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or Computer Engineering, or a related engineering/scientific discipline (or foreign equivalent, or a combination of equivalent education and experience).Technical Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of hands-on experience working with Low-Voltage and/or High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems.Methodology: Proven experience applying structured engineering problem-solving methods.Skills: Strong analytical capabilities combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills.Mindset: A genuine passion for continuous improvement and elevating product quality.Even better, you may have...Longevity: 5+ years of dedicated experience in Low-Voltage and/or High-Voltage Electrical Distribution Systems.Advanced Quality Tools: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.Reliability Engineering: Experience defining, planning, and executing comprehensive product reliability plans.Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with automotive manufacturing assembly and quality control processes.Leadership: A proven track record of leading cross-functional teams and presenting technical status updates during Management Reviews.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 the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community serviceA 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 range of salary grade 7 and 8 which ranges from $84,480-$162,120. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Relocation assistance is not available for this opportunity. 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 job-api.jobget.com.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-DS1What you'll do...Lead Failure Mode Analysis (FMA): Spearhead FMA activities for upcoming, next-generation Ford and Lincoln vehicle models to proactively identify and mitigate risks.Collaborate on Risk Analysis: Partner with Design & Release (D&R) Engineers and Vehicle Program Management Teams on Change Point Analysis and Risk Analysis to build and execute robust FMA work plans.Deliver Quality Milestones: Guide and support D&R Engineers to ensure all Ford Global Product Development System (GPDS) Quality Deliverables are successfully executed on time.Drive Root Cause & Prevention: Lead cross-functional teams in rigorous root-cause analysis and establish permanent Prevent Recurrence Actions (PRA) for quality issues identified before, during, and after vehicle launch, utilizing structured problem-solving tools (with a strong emphasis on the 3-Legged 5-Why approach).Develop Foundation Quality Documents: Collaborate with D&R Engineers and external supplier teams to author and refine critical quality documents, including Quality History, Boundary Diagrams, Interface Matrices, P-Diagrams, Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEA/PFMEA), Special Characteristics, and Control Plans.Optimize Process Controls: Work hand-in-hand with engineering and supplier partners to identify, define, and implement robust process control methods aimed at the prevention and early detection of failures.Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-28