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Ford Motor Company
Global 3D Print Leader
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What they do
An Advanced Manufacturing Engineer coordinates and manages manufacturing processes in within a manufacturing environment. Develops and implements product quality standards, evaluates and improves manufacturing methods for maximum efficiency. Estimates resource requirements, production times and schedule for manufacturing processes.
$87,208 / year median in Michigan
+4% projected growth
Job Description
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. Shape the Future of Manufacturing with ATP At Ford, we aren't just building vehicles — we are redefining how the world moves. Within the Advanced Industrial Technology and Platforms (ATP) organization, we are the architects of Ford's next industrial revolution.
Our mission is clear:
we build and scale industrial platforms, technologies, and capabilities that unlock Ford Firsts to drive sustained competitive advantage in manufacturing. Driven by our vision to "build once, scale everywhere," we bridge the gap between cutting-edge technology and global physical deployment. Our guiding mantra is simple yet relentless: Scale what matters, win what's next. If you are a high-tech builder, thinker, or innovator who thrives at the intersection of software, hardware, and massive scale, ATP is where you belong. Join us, and write the next chapter of industrial history. In this position... A connected fleet of FMC3D printers operating at high utilization across our global plants and innovation hub. Measurable gains in part cost, cycle time, and material strength that outpace traditional methods. Additive manufacturing established as a profit center with clear revenue targets met. A world-class global team and the foundational roadmap for Ford-built 3D printers. As the Global Print Leader, you will define and execute Ford's worldwide additive manufacturing strategy. You will oversee and benchmark technology across industries and bring the right solutions to Ford to achieve our cost, cycle-time, and material-strength requirements. Your scope spans the FMC3D printer fleet at every plant, the central 3D printing innovation hub, and the complete digital value chain—from generative design through print to robotic assembly. You will partner with Ford Performance (Racing), FCSD, and Product Development to develop new technology and high-value applications, while collaborating with other functions inside the Advanced Industrial Technology (AIT) platform to bring complementary skills together. You will be accountable for achieving the team's KPIs, including a defined target for revenue generation, and for building the talent, printer operations, and connected software systems that power a globally distributed operation. Looking ahead, you will lead the team's aspiration to design and assemble Ford's own 3D printers for Advanced Industrial Technology Platform (ATP) group. This is a highly visible, demanding leadership role for a candidate who can bridge software, hardware, and deep materials science to deliver a step-change in manufacturing performance. You'll have... Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 10+ years of senior technical leadership experience, including building and leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams. Deep, hands-on expertise across the additive value chain—polymers, metals, and composites—from generative design through post-processing. Proven track record scaling complex hardware and software from the lab to a global, multi-site manufacturing footprint. Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing P&L, capital investment, and/or revenue-generating technical services. Even better, you may have... Master's degree or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering field, or an MBA with a strong technical foundation. Direct experience in aerospace, defense, or elite motorsport manufacturing environments. Working knowledge of connected-factory architectures, IoT fleet management, and robotic assembly integration. Proven experience establishing strategic technology partnerships or co-development agreements with equipment manufacturers. 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 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.