Machine Learning Engineer

Job-ID: 73932Category: Global Data Insight & AnalyticsLocation: Dearborn, MI, United StatesWorkplace: HybridSchedule: Full timePosted: 2026-11-10Closes: 2026-11-20Preferred Degree: Master DegreeWe 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.Do you believe data tells the real story? We do! Redefining mobility requires quality data, metrics and analytics, as well as insightful interpreters and analysts. That's where Global Data Insight & Analytics makes an impact. We advise leadership on business conditions, customer needs and the competitive landscape. With our support, key decision makers can act in meaningful, positive ways. Join us and use your data expertise and analytical skills to drive evidence-based, timely decision making.Ford's GDI&A department is on the hunt for talented individuals skilled in Machine Learning, Big Data, Statistics, Econometrics, and Optimization. Our mission is to foster evidence-based decisions by unlocking insights from data. Our projects span various domains, including Connected Vehicle, Smart Mobility, Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Warranty Analytics.We're looking for exceptional Machine Learning and AI scientists who are eager to engage in all project stages, from problem identification to model deployment. Ideal candidates are self-motivated, have a strong sense of initiative, and a lifelong passion for learning to navigate the rapidly evolving field of mobility technology. We offer the freedom to conduct original research, select the most suitable methodologies, and tackle world-class machine learning challenges.This role involves applying AI and ML to innovate in areas such as autonomous vehicles, cybersecurity, customer interaction, and product design. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to using AI and ML to create groundbreaking solutions and shape our strategic direction in these fields and beyond.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Education & Work Experience:Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field AND 1+ year Data Science experienceORBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, or related field AND 2+ years’ Data Science experience1+ years’ experience with delivering and maintaining production software productsExperience with cloud-based deployments and best practicesDemonstrated contributions and expertise in one or more of the following AI domains:Natural Language Processing (finetuning and distillation of LLMs, evaluation of LLM-powered applications, deploying models at scale)Computer Vision (anomaly detection / few-shot learning, multi-sensor fusion, object detection and tracking, scene segmentation, motion planning and prediction)Generative AI (fine tuning stable diffusion models, multi-modal large language models, generation in the 3D domain)Physics-informed neural networks (ML for computational fluid dynamics or finite element analysis, point cloud or mesh-based neural networks, PDE surrogate modelling)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 coveragePaid 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 serviceGenerous vacation time, sick/personal time, and paid holidays, including between Christmas Eve and New Year’s DayThis position is a range of salary grades 6-7 and ranges from $74,300-$144,900. 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.Internal applicants: moving into this role may result in an adjustment to your current compensation based on the posted pay range for this role, taking into consideration your qualifications and other relevant factors.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.Domestic relocation is 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 with a requirement to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid#LI-PW1ResponsibilitiesAnalyze source data and data flows, working with structured and unstructured data (text, audio, images, video, etc.)Manipulate high-volume, high-dimensionality data from varying sources to expose and highlight patterns, anomalies, relationships, and trendsApply AI and Machine Learning technology to solve complex, real-world problemsAnalyze and visualize diverse sources of data, interpret results in a business context and report results clearly and conciselyFulfill problem formulation and ML technique consulting requests in a timely mannerCommunicate and present analytical models to business customers and executive managementWork collaboratively with different business partners and be able to present results in a clear and concise mannerAbout the organizationWe are trusted advisers enabling Ford to see our business, know our customers and act in a meaningful way. We drive evidence-based decision making by providing timely, actionable and forward-looking insights to our One Ford business partners. We seek to provide the thought leadership essential to achieving Ford’s strategic objectives. We translate insight into action by driving toward robust points of view, timely decisions and responsible allocation of enterprise resources.About the companyAt 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.