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As part of our Manufacturing team, you’ll help build the world-class, state-of-the-art smart vehicles we're known for. In our plants around the world, we’re constantly developing new technologies and processes to further increase our efficiency. You'll get the satisfaction of making great products people use and love.
In this position...
Manage Electrical Safety Program (Arc Flash and Shock Hazard) for the facility, including conducting Arc Flash/Shock Hazard study of the facility's electrical distribution system. Provide appropriate arc flash labeling for electrical components. This position is also “Authorized Electrical Engineer” for the plant and implements the program in coordination with the Plant’s Master Electrician.
What you'll do...
• Must know AutoCAD software and is responsible for maintaining the plant’s electrical distribution system drawings • Must have excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written, and must be able to perform the duties without much supervision • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook is crucial • Responsible for writing and managing annual Capital Improvement Budget (CIB) Projects (MEARS application) • Support the electrical aspect of all facility projects for construction & maintenance, and provide electrical details to the electrical trade leader for execution of the facility projects • Provide electrical/controls support for the Powerhouse and waste treatment. Familiar with Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens PowerLogic software • Must be able to adhere to FAS08 standards and requirements o Substation PMs o Buss shutdowns • Run maintenance of electrical distribution system, including substation breakers, transformers, and 480V buss system/PMs, 13.8K medium voltage distribution • Maintain emergency power systems, including generators, lighting, and auto transfer switches • Manage energy conservation program for the facility; conduct energy conservation team meetings, report on the plant’s energy conservation efforts, and take steps to achieve annual energy savings targets. Conduct weekend energy audits and prepare a report for management review. • Write annual purchase orders for facility service contracts and maintenance of the fire protection system, plant security system • Familiarity with Ford’s network systems, CPN/MPN, Control PLC virus protection, FIS • Review/approve PMs for facility electrical systems, set up new parts (1295) • Review department safety measurables & coordinate improvement activities • Drive continuous improvement and SQDCPME processes
**You'll have... ** • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering OR a minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in industrial electrical power distribution systems • Experience with industrial electrical power distribution systems • Ability to perform electrical load calculations, demand analysis, and system capacity evaluations • Understanding of load balancing across substations, transformers, and bus systems • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints • Proficiency in AutoCAD and maintaining electrical one-line diagrams • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook • Knowledge of 8D problem solving and leadership behaviors • Strong communication skills and ability to work independently • Familiarity with plant electrical infrastructure including substations, breakers, transformers, 480V distribution systems, and 13.8K medium voltage distribution
Even Better, You'll Have... • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering • Active Kentucky Master Electrician License or Professional Engineer (Electrical) License strongly preferred • Experience conducting Arc Flash and Coordination Studies • Experience performing electrical load studies, system modeling, and capacity planning for facility expansions or new equipment integration • Experience with utility coordination and long-range power demand forecasting • Experience in automotive or heavy industrial manufacturing environments • Energy management or sustainability program leadership experience
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 coverage
- Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up childcare 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 a salary grade 5 and ranges from $63,480-106,680., This position is a salary grade 6 and ranges from $72,480-121,440., This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $84,480-141,360., This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $96,720-162,120.
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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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