Develops and implements CNC machining processes for powertrain manufacturing programs. Responsibilities include process design, equipment and tooling specification, supplier management, commissioning, capability validation, quality improvement, capacity planning, cost reduction, OEM documentation, and safety compliance. The role supports new model launches, applies PFMEA, SPC, Lean, Six Sigma, and root-cause analysis, and collaborates with global engineering, supplier, and plant operations teams. Global travel and temporary or permanent relocation to Ford manufacturing locations may be required.
This role requires deep expertise in CNC machining, cutting tool technologies, automation systems, and manufacturing process capability. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing world-class machining processes that support quality, cost, safety, and productivity objectives across powertrain manufacturing programs.
You will collaborate with global teams, product engineering, suppliers, and plant operations to deliver robust manufacturing solutions while supporting future product launches and operational excellence initiatives.
ResponsibilitiesProcess Design & Development
- Develop and optimise manufacturing process flows, line layouts, and production concepts for new and existing prismatic machining programs in alignment with Bill of Process (BoP) standards.
- Prepare process sheets, tooling layouts, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Support new model launches, engineering changes, and process modifications.
- Simulate and validate machining processes before production implementation.
- Collaborate with product design teams to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DFM) requirements are incorporated early in development.
Equipment & Tooling
- Define specifications and requirements for machining equipment, automation systems, fixtures, tooling, and gauging.
- Lead equipment sourcing, supplier technical reviews, installation, runoff, commissioning, and capability validation.
- Ensure equipment designs meet safety, ergonomic, quality, and production requirements.
- Apply expertise in superfinishing operations, including honing processes.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for manufacturing and quality concerns.
- Lead and support Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA), Control Plans, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and poka-yoke initiatives.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen projects to improve productivity, quality, and cost performance.
- Improve process capability and reduce variation through systematic problem-solving methodologies.
Production Capacity & Cost Planning
- Support capital investment planning, cost estimation, and budget management activities.
- Perform capacity studies, line balancing, and takt-time analysis to support production volume requirements.
- Identify and implement cost reduction and productivity improvement opportunities.
Supplier & Procurement Management
- Develop Statements of Work (SOW) and Requests for Quotation (RFQ) packages for equipment and tooling suppliers.
- Evaluate supplier proposals for technical compliance, delivery, quality, and cost competitiveness.
- Support technical negotiations and procurement approval processes in accordance with company policies.
- Manage supplier deliverables throughout project execution and equipment commissioning.
OEM Documentation Management
- Ensure timely collection and validation of OEM documentation, including:
- Reliability and Maintainability (R&M) reports
- Spare parts lists
- Equipment manuals
- Installation drawings
- Preventive Maintenance (PM) plans
- Coordinate with suppliers to resolve documentation gaps before project closure.
Safety & Compliance
- Ensure manufacturing systems comply with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement corrective actions to improve workplace safety.
- Support safety reviews during equipment design, installation, and launch phases.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2 to 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably within powertrain machining environments.
- Strong experience with:
- CNC machining processes
- Prismatic component manufacturing
- Cylinder Block and Cylinder Head machining
- Automation systems and manufacturing equipment
- Experience in manufacturing process development, installation, commissioning, and production launch activities.
- Proficiency in CATIA, AutoCAD, or equivalent CAD software.
- Experience using machining simulation and process validation tools.
- Strong knowledge of:
- PFMEA
- Control Plans
- GD&T
- Process Capability Analysis
- Root Cause Analysis
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with honing and superfinishing processes.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
- Experience managing capital equipment projects and supplier relationships.
- Exposure to global manufacturing operations and cross-functional collaboration.
- New model launch and program management experience.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted productivity tools and digital manufacturing initiatives.
Soft Skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams.
- Strong presentation and influencing capabilities.
- Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving approach.
- Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
Additional Requirement
- Willingness to travel globally and relocate temporarily or permanently to Ford manufacturing locations based on business and project requirements.
Similar Jobs
Fintech • Legal Tech • Software • Financial Services • Cybersecurity • Data Privacy
Processes client orders and legal documents across multiple jurisdictions and systems. Responsibilities include responding to customer inquiries, maintaining records, managing portfolios, coordinating project updates, reviewing filings, fulfilling orders, and resolving documentation issues. The role requires accurate, timely work, strong customer service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Top Skills:
MS OfficeSalesforceSalesforce Chatter
Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment
Develop and maintain high-performance Flutter applications for iOS and Android. Design application architecture, integrate native modules and third-party SDKs, create automated tests, manage CI/CD pipelines, and support app releases. Monitor and optimize reliability and performance, participate in on-call and incident response, document development work, collaborate across teams, and mentor junior developers.
Top Skills:
AndroidApp StoreBlocCi/CdDartFastlaneFlutterGithub ActionsGoogle PlayGradleiOSKotlinRiverpodSwift
Digital Media • Information Technology • News + Entertainment
Designs, implements, validates, and deploys machine learning models and data pipelines. Develops data ingest/validation/cleaning/monitoring, evaluates vendor solutions, authors technical documentation, and mentors junior engineers.
Top Skills:
APIsConfluenceData PipelinesMachine Learning
What you need to know about the Chennai Tech Scene
To locals, it's no secret that South India is leading the charge in big data infrastructure. While the environmental impact of data centers has long been a concern, emerging hubs like Chennai are favored by companies seeking ready access to renewable energy resources, which provide more sustainable and cost-effective solutions. As a result, Chennai, along with neighboring Bengaluru and Hyderabad, is poised for significant growth, with a projected 65 percent increase in data center capacity over the next decade.
